Conditions like autoimmune thyroiditis or rheumatoid arthritis can lead to early menopause by causing immune system attacks on ovarian tissue, resulting in diminished ovarian function and hormone production.
Surgical procedures such as bilateral oophorectomy, often performed to treat conditions like ovarian cancer or severe endometriosis, can induce early menopause by removing the ovaries responsible for hormone production.
Smoking has been linked to early menopause, as it can accelerate the depletion of ovarian follicles and decrease ovarian function due to the harmful effects of toxins in cigarettes on the ovaries.
Cancer treatments like chemotherapy can damage ovarian tissue and impair follicle development, leading to early menopause as a side effect of the treatment.
Pelvic radiation therapy, commonly used to treat cancers in the pelvic region, can damage ovarian tissue and disrupt hormone production, resulting in early menopause as a consequence of the treatment.
Certain genetic conditions, such as Turner syndrome or Fragile X syndrome, can cause premature ovarian failure, leading to early menopause due to impaired ovarian function from birth or early childhood.
Exposure to environmental toxins like certain chemicals, pesticides, or heavy metals may interfere with ovarian function and hormone regulation, contributing to early menopause in some individuals.
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