What happens when a woman goes into menopause?

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

When a woman goes into menopause, her hormone levels, especially estrogen, start to drop. She will eventually stops having periods. Sometimes a period will occur a few months in a row then she won't have one for awhile. Soon her periods stop altogether. This process can take several years before menopause ends.

Answer by  Travis404607 (3916)

When women go into menopause, their ovaries stop releasing eggs. This can also trigger hormonal changes, which can result in hot flashes, mood swings, fatigue, and some abdominal pain. These symptoms usually decrease over time.

Answer by  z40 (76)

after menopause, woman no longer had her period every month. after menopause, woman should take more calcium to prevent osteoporosis caused by lack of esterogens

Answer by  lunadragonfly (160)

At menopause the regular cycles of ovulation and menstruation cease. The ovaries release far less hormones into the body and the woman may experience symptoms from this.

Answer by  Doris59 (1647)

Her periods become irregular and the misery begins for some. Hot flashes, insomnia, loss of libido, crankiness, skin itches, tiredness and weight gain. Others have an easier transition.

Answer by  jmrdflcarpenter (515)

The woman has hot flashes, stops her periods, mood swings, and can possibly start growing hair where it is not supposed to be and may have to take estrogen pills.