What are the symptoms of menopause at age 52?
Nov 13, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Introduction
In general, menopausal symptoms at age 52 may include vasomotor symptoms, neuropsychiatric symptoms, cardiovascular symptoms, osteoporosis, and changes in skin and hair. If any discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended. Menstrual irregularities are caused by the gradual decline of ovarian function and unstable estrogen secretion, as the number and quality of ovarian follicles progressively decrease.
Menopause generally refers to the perimenopausal period. At age 52, symptoms of perimenopause may include vasomotor symptoms, neuropsychiatric symptoms, cardiovascular symptoms, osteoporosis, and changes in skin and hair. If discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Menstrual disorders
Due to gradual ovarian function decline leading to unstable estrogen secretion, the number and quality of ovarian follicles progressively decrease, resulting in irregular ovulation. This affects the cyclical growth and shedding of the endometrium, causing menstruation to lose its regular pattern.
2. Neuropsychiatric symptoms
Fluctuations in hormone levels affect the synthesis and transmission of neurotransmitters, disrupting the brain's neural regulation and triggering a range of neuropsychiatric symptoms.
3. Cardiovascular symptoms
The protective effect of hormones on the cardiovascular system weakens, endothelial function becomes impaired, and vascular elasticity decreases, leading to blood pressure instability. Additionally, autonomic nervous dysfunction may affect normal cardiac rhythm, causing palpitations and other discomforts.
4. Osteoporosis
During the perimenopausal period, declining estrogen levels accelerate bone resorption, suppress bone formation, reduce bone mass, and lower bone density. This increases the rate of bone loss and fracture risk. Prolonged bone loss makes bones more fragile and significantly raises the likelihood of fractures.
5. Changes in skin and hair
Reduced hormone levels impair the synthesis of collagen and elastic fibers, weakening the skin’s structural support and its ability to retain moisture, leading to signs of skin aging. Hair may become dry and prone to shedding.
At age 52, during the perimenopausal period, it is important to maintain a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and soy products; cultivate a positive mindset and avoid anxiety; engage in moderate exercise to strengthen physical health; ensure adequate sleep; and undergo regular health check-ups.
