How will having premature ovarian failure affect my overall health?
Because of lower hormone levels that result from premature ovarian failure, you are at greater risk for a number of health conditions. These conditions, and what you can do to stay healthy, are described below. Osteoporosis • Osteoporosis (pronounced OWS-tee-oh-pour-oh-siss) is a bone disorder that decreases bone strength and increases the risk for breaks and fractures. • Estrogen helps to conserve calcium and other minerals in bones and protects against bone loss. In premature ovarian failure, the ovaries stop making estrogen, which can cause women to lose bone density, or bone strength, one of the major factors leading to osteoporosis. • Even though osteoporosis is more common in people ages 50 and above, women with premature ovarian failure may experience the condition at a much younger age. Are there ways to prevent or treat bone conditions in women with premature ovarian failure? To protect against bone loss, the National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends that women who are at ri
