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Is it common for a stressor like surgery to bring menstruation to a stop for good. im 48. periods have always been regular up until unrelated surgery.
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Maybe: The average age of menopause is a little over age 51, which means half of women have it before then. However, menopause is defined as cessation of periods for a year straight without other causes. You could just not be ovulating, which is common at age 48
Answered 9/30/2015
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Stress or...: A sharp peak in stress caused by major life events like surgery can affect the body in many, unpleasant ways such as sleep disturbance, GI problems, and throwing off the menstrual cycle. However, it's important to seek assessment by your PCP or a gynecologist to rule out a more serious cause to your symptoms.
Answered 6/9/2017
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