What is menopause?

WebMD gives you basic information about menopause and conditions associated with it. read more

Menopause is considered a normal part of aging when it happens after the age of 40. But some women can go through menopause early, either as a result of surgery, such as hysterectomy, or damage to the ovaries, such as from chemotherapy. read more

Menopause, also known as the climacteric, is the time in most women's lives when menstrual periods stop permanently, and they are no longer able to bear children. Menopause typically occurs between 49 and 52 years of age. read more

Menopause is a process that every woman will. The average age for a woman to reach menopause is 51, but the most common range is from 48 to 55 years of age. Symptoms can begin as early as age 40, and include vaginal dryness, painful sex, weight gain, mood swings, loss of sexual desire, high cholesterol levels, and breast changes. read more