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Early Menopause - Premature Ovarian Failure

Early menopause or premature ovarian failure happens when the ovaries fail to function completely. Learn what early menopause or premature ovarian failure is, what causes it, and what treatments are available to reverse this condition that causes infertility.

What is Premature Menopause?
A look at premature menopause including causes and related health risks.

When Menopause Comes Early
Every year thousands of women between the ages of 15 and 44 experience an "Estrogen Crash", a sudden drop in estrogen levels that leaves women in the clutches of early menopause. Although menopause is traditionally seen as a problem in older women, the many younger women who experience early menopause find themselves unprepared for the unexpected changes that occur.

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