Is it better to go through menopause later or earlier?

There's actually some very good news for you if you went through menopause later rather than earlier: You may live longer. ... read more

If it is natural menopause you probably won’t have a choice when it happens. If it is induced menopause because of removal of the ovaries or destruction of ovarian function due to chemo treatments for example it is better to go through menopause later, as close to the average age of 52 as possible. read more

Menopause: Better late than early May 18, 2008 | By Leslie Mann, Special to the Tribune Despite the health advantages that late menopause promises, Ann, 52, hopes this is the last year she will have to put up with menstrual periods. read more

However, menopause can occur as early as age 30 and as late as in the 60s. Early Menopause. Menopause that occurs earlier than age 40 is known as early or premature menopause. Early menopause can be a side effect of another condition, such as an autoimmune disorder including diabetes or thyroid disease or a metabolic disorder. read more