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Post-Menopause

Meaning

Post-Menopause is the definitive clinical phase in a woman’s life that commences after twelve consecutive months of amenorrhea, marking the permanent cessation of ovarian function and reproductive capacity. This stage is characterized by a sustained, significant reduction in the circulating levels of ovarian steroid hormones, particularly estrogen and progesterone. The physiological shift leads to long-term changes in various body systems, including skeletal, cardiovascular, and metabolic health, necessitating a proactive clinical management approach. It is a biological milestone with profound endocrine implications.