Question

In women, cessation of menstruation occurs at the age of

• A. 12 - 14 years
• B. 45 - 58 years
• C. 60 years
• D. Does not occur at all

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

45 - 58 years

The cessation of the woman's menstrual cycle and hence the reproductive ability is called as menopause. Menopause occurs due to the natural cessation of the estradiol and progesterone production by the ovaries over a period of years. This is the part of normal aging process. This occurs as there is an eventual depletion of almost all of the oocytes and the ovarian follicles in the ovaries. This happens at the age of 40-60 years.

Thus, correct option is B.