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Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible. | Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible. |
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What is premature ovarian failure?
How do I know if I have premature ovarian failure and what are the symptoms of premature ovarian failure?
Usual signs and symptoms of premature ovarin failure include the following:
- Irregular or skipped periods (amenorrhea)
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Irritability, poor concentration
- Vaginal dryness
- Decreased sexual desire
- Infertility
- Osteoporosis
- Low thyroid function, such as muscle hypotonia, fatigue and cold intolerance.
- Addison’s disease, such as fatigue, muscle weakness, loss of appetite and weight loss.
- Heart diseases, such as palpitation and chest pain.
Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
Who is at risk for premature ovarian failure?
How to know you have premature ovarian failure?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Diseases with similar symptoms
Where to find medical care for premature ovarian failure?
Directions to Hospitals Treating premature ovarian failure
Prevention of premature ovarian failure
What to expect (Outook/Prognosis)?
Copyleft Sources
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/prematureovarianfailure.html
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/Premature_Ovarian_Failure.cfm
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubs/pof/
http://www.mayoclinic.com/print/premature-ovarian-failure/DS00843/METHOD=print&DSECTION=all