What does Menopause means?
Menopause: The point in time when menstrual cycles permanently cease due to the natural depletion of ovarian oocytes from aging.
What is the diagnosis of menopause: Usually the time when there has been no menstrual periods for 12 consecutive months and no other biological or physiological cause can be identified. Other symptoms are: irregular periods, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleep disturbances, and mood swings—all results of unevenly changing levels of ovarian hormones (estrogen) in your body. Read more about how you’ll know you’re near menopause.