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- Premature and early menopause
The symptoms of premature or early menopause are the same as for menopause at any age.
- Menopause
Menopause is a natural occurrence and marks the end of a woman's reproductive years.
- Menopausal hormone therapy
Menopausal hormone therapy can reduce menopausal symptoms, but the benefits and risks need to be considered carefully.
- Absent periods – amenorrhoea
Some women are more at risk of amenorrhoea (the absence of periods) because of emotional stress or changes in weight.
- Fragile X syndrome
The facts about fragile X syndrome are complicated, and parents and family members are invited to ask their doctor to refer them to a genetics clinic.
- Haemochromatosis
Haemochromatosis (iron overload disorder) tends to be under-diagnosed, partly because its symptoms are similar to those caused by a range of other illnesses.
- Osteoporosis
A healthy, calcium-rich diet and regular physical activity throughout life can help prevent osteoporosis.
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Most menstruating women have some form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
- Vaginal bleeding - irregular
If you suffer from ongoing vaginal bleeding problems, see your doctor.
- Menopause and weight
Weight gain at menopause can be managed using healthy eating and exercise; menopausal hormone therapy may also be beneficial.