Ovarian Insufficiency

Secondary Ovarian Insufficiency

Secondary ovarian insufficiency is a condition in which the ovaries stop working and menstrual periods stop before age 40. This can cause fertility problems and symptoms of menopause. In secondary ovarian failure, the ovaries are normal but there is a problem getting hormone signals to them from the brain. Ovarian insufficiency is considered secondary if the

hypothalamus

 and

pituitary

 fail to provide appropriate

gonadotropin stimulation

.
Some women with secondary ovarian insufficiency sometimes have menstrual periods and may be able to have children.
Symptoms

Absence of period

  • Absence of period

or Irregular periods

common

Inability to conceive a child

common

Sudden hot sensation

Excessively dry vagina

or Pain during sexual intercourse

Easily get bone fractures

Low blood pressure

or Skin hyperpigmentation

Risk factors

Pituitary adenoma

Neurogenic or psychiatric conditions

or Drug or substance abuse

Exercising

Treatment
Medical treatment of patients with secondary ovarian insufficiency should address the following aspects: 1-Ovarian hormone replacement. 2-Restoration of fertility. 3-Psychological well-being of the patient.
Recommended specialist

If you have Ovarian Insufficiency, then a visit to an obstetrician-gynecologist is recommended.

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Obstetrician-gynecologist

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