Chapter 26.5, Problem 14QC

Summary Introduction

To review:

The menopause.

Introduction:

After theonset of puberty in a female, the reproductive cycle continues till the late 40s or early 50s. After this age, the menstrual cycle becomes irregular, and eventually, the cycle altogether stops. The term female climacteric is used for the time between the onset of irregular menses and complete stopping of menses.