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Why Menopause Happens Earlier for Some Women

+ Infographic textWhat is menopause? Menopause occurs when you’ve gone 12 months without a period. Most women experience menopause between the ages of 45 and 58. The average age of menopause in the U.S. is 51 Natural menopause The decline in female hormones that happens naturally with age. Induced menopause When medical treatments like cancer treatments or surgery temporarily or permanently shut down the ovaries so they no longer make estrogen and progesterone. Induced menopause happens quickly — within a few weeks or even overnight — and can cause early or premature menopause. Prematu...