Infertility or endometriosis could be linked to early menopause risk: study
Recent research indicates a potential link between infertility or endometriosis and an increased risk of early menopause. The study found that women with primary infertility or endometriosis tend to experience menopause at younger ages compared to those without these conditions. This information may help affected women seek appropriate counseling and treatment options.
- ▪The study published in Menopause suggests a connection between unexplained infertility, endometriosis, and early menopause.
- ▪Women with primary infertility reached menopause one year earlier on average than those without it.
- ▪Women with endometriosis experienced menopause 2.75 years earlier than those without the condition.
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New research suggests that infertility or endometriosis could be linked to a higher risk of early menopause. A study published in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society, on Wednesday suggests a possible link between women who had unexplained infertility or endometriosis and those who have menopause happening before age 45.“This study shows that women with primary infertility, specifically those with unexplained infertility or a history of endometriosis, were at risk for early menopause,” said Dr. Stephanie Faubion, medical director of The Menopause Society in the study’s release.“Given that early menopause is linked to adverse long-term health consequences, these women may benefit from counseling that they are at risk of early menopause.
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