Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried it might affect fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. What age do women typically go through menopause?Doctor's answer:
Menarche age. Women with an earlier menarche tend to experience menopause later, while those with a later menarche tend to experience menopause earlier.Genetic and family factors. If a woman's mother and/or sisters experienced early menopause, she is also likely to experience menopause earlier. Conversely, if her relatives experienced later menopause, she is likely to experience it later.
Menstrual cycle, menstrual flow. Women with a shorter menstrual cycle, a shorter duration of menstruation, lighter menstrual flow, and without dysmenorrhea generally experience menopause earlier. A longer menstrual cycle...