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The Reproductive System
Hormonal Changes After Reproductive Years
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Hormonal changes after the reproductive years affect both women and men. In women, menopause marks the end of fertility and usually occurs between the fifth and sixth decade of life. In men, reproductive function declines more gradually, so fertility often lasts much longer.
In menopause, the ova...
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Women's reproductive ability peaks in their 20s, after which ovarian function gradually declines, marked by a reduced response to gonadotropin signals.
As estrogen declines, menstrual periods become irregular and eventually stop, typically between ages 46 and 54. Perimenopause marks this transition, while menopause is defined as 12 consec...
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