Women With Infertility May Face Earlier Menopause, Study Finds
Summary
A new study finds that women with primary infertility tend to experience menopause earlier than women without infertility. Early menopause, which happens between ages 40 and 45, is linked to higher risks of health problems like heart disease and bone loss.Key Facts
- The study analyzed data from over 900 women, including 461 with primary infertility.
- Women with infertility reached menopause about one year earlier on average.
- They were more than twice as likely to have early menopause (7.6% vs. 3% in women without infertility).
- Women with endometriosis reached menopause nearly 3 years earlier than those without infertility.
- Women with unexplained infertility reached menopause about 1.5 years earlier.
- Researchers say this study shows a link but does not prove that infertility causes earlier menopause.
- A possible reason is that women with infertility may have fewer eggs left in their ovaries (reduced ovarian reserve).
- The findings suggest women with infertility may need extra care and monitoring for menopause-related health risks.
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