Induced menopause

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An induced menopause describes the effect of treatments that have suppressed the menstrual cycle.
Treatments can be reversible or non-reversible.
Gonadotrophin releasing hormone agonists are examples of reversible medications. These lower oestrogen levels to within the menopausal range.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can be examples of non-reversible treatments.

NICE says to offer support to people who are likely to experience menopause as a result of medical treatment and, before they have treatment:

Discuss fertility and menopause with them.
Offer them a referral to a health care professional with expertise in menopause care.

Note:

For information on the assessment and investigation of bleeding in the menopause transition see assessment section.

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