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Does early menopause shorten life expectancy?

Written by Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Specialist: Gabriella Sanchez - March 01, 2023

Does Early Menopause Shorten Life Expectancy?

Early menopause can have a significant impact on a woman’s life expectancy. Early menopause is defined as the onset of menopause prior to age 40 and can be caused by several different factors including medical treatments, smoking and genetic predisposition. Women with early onset menopause are at higher risk for developing certain health issues such as osteoporosis, heart disease, stroke and dementia, all of which can shorten overall life expectancy.

The Impact of Menopausal Symptoms on Health Outcomes

The onset of early menopause often brings with it an array of uncomfortable symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, and irritability. These symptoms can have a negative impact on quality of life and everyday functioning. Research shows that women with greater symptom severity report poorer quality of life than those with milder symptoms, leading to increased psychological distress and reduced physical activity levels. This ultimately reduces the overall health of a woman and can lead to physical ailments that may further reduce her life expectancy.

Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one method that has been used to treat the symptoms associated with early menopause in order to reduce the risk of long-term health problems. HRT supplements hormones naturally produced by the body in order to provide relief from symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats while also helping to prevent chronic diseases like osteoporosis or heart disease. However, there are some risks associated with HRT that need to be considered before beginning any treatment plan. It is important for women considering hormone replacement therapy to speak with their physicians about potential risks and benefits in order to make an informed decision concerning their care.

Other Risk Factors for Reduced Life Expectancy

In addition to early onset menopause, there are other lifestyle factors which may increase the risk for reduced life expectancy in women:

  • Smoking: Studies have shown that smoking accelerates the natural aging process in women due to its toxic chemicals which weaken bones and organs over time leading to serious chronic diseases that reduce overall lifespan.

    Antidepressants: Taking antidepressants regularly has been linked with earlier mortality amongst postmenopausal women due to adverse side effects related to changes in heart rate or blood pressure levels

    Obesity: Research suggests that weight gain primarily around the waist after menarche is associated with an increased risk for death among postmenopausal women; this is likely due in part to an increased incidence of both cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes amongst obese individuals

    Poor Diet & Exercise Regimen : Eating unhealthy foods high in calories but low in nutrients puts individuals at greater risk for developing chronic diseases such as diabetes or cancer over time; lack of exercise also leads directly contributes towards poor health outcomes .

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