Early Menopause Causes
What Causes Early Menopause?
In some cases, the reason for early menopause is clear: you’ve had your ovaries surgically removed, have a family history of early menopause, or had ovarian damage due to cancer treatments. These are some of the more obvious factors that can contribute to early menopause. Yet, sometimes the causes are less apparent. You may be wondering, “How did this happen to me?” “I’m too young!” Here are some more possible and common causes of the various conditions commonly refer to as early menopause or premature menopause.
Autoimmune Disorder
This is a common cause of premature ovarian failure. When this happens, your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks itself. Therefore, your body senses part of itself as an invader – so it sends out antibodies to destroy the supposed threat. These antibodies can then attack your reproductive system, and may interfere with and potentially destroy your ovarian function. If you have a family history of autoimmune disorders or have one yourself (some of which include thyroid disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis), this may be the cause of your early menopause.
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