Reproductive Aging and Menopause Quiz

What is the typical age range for the menopausal transition?

45-55 years

What is the term for the stage of life when a child reaches sexual maturity and is capable of reproduction?

Puberty

What is the average age of menarche?

12.8 years old

What is the term for the stage of life when there are no menstrual periods by age 15 and no breast development by age 13?

Primary amenorrhea Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the early maturation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis?

Central precocious Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Tanner Staging' system?

To track the development and sequence of secondary sex characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the transition from a reproductive to a non-reproductive state?

Climacteric Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines the timing of menopause?

Genetics Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical age range for menopause to occur?

Late fourth to fifth decade Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of premature ovarian insufficiency?

Menopause occurring before 40 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the pituitary in relation to ovarian function?

It regulates ovarian function Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the early menopausal transition?

Increased variability in menstrual cycle length Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the depletion of follicles in the ovary?

Ovary becomes resistant to FSH and LH Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for the entire early postmenopause period?

5-8 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely outcome of the late menopausal transition?

The occurrence of amenorrhea lasting 60 days or longer Signup and view all the answers

What is the average duration of the late menopausal transition?

1-3 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of changes in reproductive endocrine function during late postmenopause?

Somatic aging Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated percentage of women who experience hot flushes during menopause?

75-85% Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of fatigue that is different from sleepiness or drowsiness?

Irritability and apathy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of hair loss during menopause?

Estrogen deficiency Signup and view all the answers

How many years before entering menopause do women typically start experiencing restless sleep?

5-7 years Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complaint among peri-menopausal women?

Memory loss and inability to concentrate Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of dizziness during menopause?

Falls Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to restore energy levels during menopause?

Treating underlying hormonal imbalance Signup and view all the answers

What can estrogen deficiency cause in the nervous and circulatory systems?

Irregular heartbeat and palpitations Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of depression during menopause?

Loss of interest in usual activities Signup and view all the answers

What can cause anxiety during menopause?

Sudden drop in neurotransmitters responsible for mood regulation Signup and view all the answers

What can manifest as physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and palpitations?

Anxiety disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is characterized by feelings of stress, reduced patience and tolerance, and lashing out in anger or frustration?

Irritability Signup and view all the answers

How long should irritability persist before seeking advice from a specialist medical practitioner?

More than a week Signup and view all the answers