Factors

Factors

A risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.

Risk factors for menopause include:

Family history of menopause
Surgical removal of the ovaries
Radiation
Chemotherapy
Medications that reduce estrogen levels
Smoking
Autoimmune diseases
Medical treatments (pelvic surgery, surgical removal of ovaries, chemotherapy, or pelvic radiation therapy)



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