Age at menopause and mortality in Taiwan: a cohort analysis

Menopause is the cessation of ovulation and marks the declining of sex hormones (e.g., estrogen) produced by the ovaries. A decline in estrogen in the body affects many organs and systems including cardiovascular and bone systems and increases disease risks, such as for metabolic syndrome [1], diabetes [2], cardiovascular diseases [3], osteoporosis and fractures [4 –7]. The association between menopause and health can also be explained by the “iron hypothesis” proposed by Sullivan [8]. According to the iron hypothesis, after menopause the body is exposed to high iron levels because of the dramatic alteration in iron metabolism.
Source: Maturitas - Category: Primary Care Authors: Source Type: research