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If my mother was on hrt at 37 years of age prempak c in uk, does that mean i will have early menopause, i have long irregular cycles and hot flushes.

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not necessarily: You need to find out why your mother needed hormones that early. It is estimated that up to 40% of premature ovarian failure can be attributed to genetic causes. If you are having symptoms, it is easy to get a blood test to tell you the health of your ovaries.

Answered 10/13/2015

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A member asked:

If my mother was on hrt at 37 years of age prempak c in uk, does that mean i will have early menopause, i have long irregular cycles and hot flushes.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Westford answered

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