Each living creature in nature has its own special development cycle, which is characterized by a flowering period and subsequent extinction. If we consider the female body from this point of view, then the onset of menopause - menopause, is considered the initial stage of its sunset. From this moment, the probability of pregnancy is significantly reduced, however, despite this, the frequency of unwanted conceptions, on the contrary, increases. Let's try to figure out why this happens, and also find out whether it is possible to become pregnant with menopause and give birth to a healthy baby.
The relationship of menopause with hormones
In the human body, all reactions are interconnected and dependent on each other. The endocrine system obeys a huge number of processes that occur in our body, including conception and gestation. Under the influence of progesterone and estrogen, the
egg ripens, after which the uterus prepares to accept and consolidate the fetal egg. At the same time, changes in the mammary glands begin necessary for the successful feeding of the baby. Over time, the ovarian response to hormonal effects worsens, as a result of which the egg can no longer mature regularly and fully. The first symptom that portends the onset of menopause in women is
irregular menstruation or their complete absence.
It should be noted that estrogens act as a kind of protection of the vascular system from the development of atherosclerosis, so menopause has a bad effect on the general condition of a woman. As we know, the nutrition of our internal organs and tissues depends on the work of veins and arteries, therefore, when their functioning is disturbed, the concepts of menopause and pregnancy become incompatible.
Menopause Delay
In principle, a possible delay can be explained not only by pregnancy. AT
in most cases, this is a normal reaction of the body to changes in the hormonal background that are associated with the onset of menopause. If a woman takes care of herself, she does not stop using contraceptives even
during menopause, because she does not have confidence that nature will not allow conception. Many people ask: “Is it possible to get pregnant with menopause?” The answer is yes. Until a woman reaches the last stage of menopause - postmenopause, she is considered capable of fertilization. The inability to conceive can only be confirmed by a doctor, having carried out all the necessary studies and tests.
For many middle-aged women, stressful situations often cause delay. After all, every woman tolerates the manifestations of menopause differently. Some have flushing (fever), others become irritable, and still others become depressed, which also affects ovarian function and causes a menstrual cycle to fail.
Can I get pregnant after menopause?
Closer to 50 years, a woman has a significant weakening of functions
ovaries. This process is characterized by a slowdown in the production of necessary hormones, as a result of which egg maturation becomes impossible. However, the problem is that for the full onset of menopause, it takes time, which can stretch for many years. Throughout this period, there is the possibility of becoming pregnant, since the fading of the female reproductive system is quite slow. Especially often, ovulation with subsequent conception is observed at an early stage of menopause, so women should be more alert and use contraceptives.
Not only can you become pregnant during menopause, but the first signs of pregnancy do not always appear on time. Against the background of irregular menstruation, a woman may not pay attention to fainting conditions and frequent dizziness, and special tests for determining pregnancy with menopause, alas, are unreliable, since the hormonal background at this time is very unstable. There is a certain system that allows you to determine whether it is possible to become pregnant with menopause.
Menopause periods
Let's look at the stages of the phenomenon we are considering and their main characteristics:
one.
Premenopause - characterized by a decrease in ovarian function, but their work does not stop.
2. Perimenopause - accompanied by a gradual cessation of ovarian function.
3. Postmenopause - characterized by a complete absence of an egg. In this case, fertilization cannot occur.
Gynecologists say that pregnancy after menopause is possible, but not every woman is capable of such a conception. There are cases when, with the final extinction of the reproductive function, in vitro fertilization using a donor egg is used, which makes it possible to carry and give birth to a healthy baby.
Accidental pregnancy
The average age of menopause is 52 years, but for every woman, menopause begins individually. It takes about 10 years to fully complete hormonal restructuring, although it takes only a couple of years from the moment the menstruation stops completely to fade away the reproductive system. It is during this period that a woman loses her vigilance, as a result of which the number of abortions increases. This suggests that many ladies have no idea whether it is possible to become pregnant with menopause and whether it is necessary to protect themselves. In order to prevent an unwanted pregnancy, it is recommended to visit a gynecologist who will help you choose the necessary
hormone pills, which can also reduce the manifestations of menopause.
How to get pregnant with menopause?
For the bearing and successful birth of children, the period from 18 to 38 years is considered the best age. In modern society, unfortunately, many women deliberately abandon motherhood in favor of a successful career. Despite the fact that each couple has the right to independently decide when to become parents, one should nevertheless take into account a phenomenon such as an early pathological menopause, the onset of which is already noted at 35-37 years.
Pregnancy during menopause can be fraught with serious health problems for the expectant mother. Despite this, many women consciously take such a step, since the process of bearing and subsequent cares for the child help smooth out the unpleasant menopause. Thus, some representatives of the fair sex prolong their youth, since the hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy and breastfeeding have a positive effect on the body. However, subsequently, a woman’s health condition may deteriorate, since the supply of necessary trace elements and vitamins is not as great as before. As a result, problems with teeth, bones, and kidneys may occur. Remember that the fact of
late pregnancy does not affect the timing of the onset of menopause, because this process is laid down genetically.
What is artificial menopause?
An artificial menopause is called an emergency stoppage of the ovaries, caused by targeted medical intervention. What is it for? The cessation of the production of sex hormones in women is necessary for the effective treatment of uterine fibroids, endometriosis, malignant tumors and uterine bleeding. In addition, a temporary cessation of estrogen production is required to treat some forms of infertility. Let's see if it is possible to become pregnant after a menopause created by medication.
Types of artificial menopause:
1) surgical menopause - achieved by complete removal of the ovaries; is an irreversible procedure, which is indicated for oncological pathologies of the mammary glands, uterus and ovaries;
2) radiological menopause - caused by x-ray irradiation of the ovaries, the function of which in most cases can be restored fully or partially;
3) drug menopause - arises as a result of the introduction of special drugs, which are analogues of the hormones of the hypothalamus. This method is considered the most sparing, because after the end of treatment, ovarian function can be fully restored.
The consequences of artificial menopause:
Symptoms of this phenomenon include:
- neurovegetative disorders;
- impaired appetite and sleep, general weakness;
- emotional instability, decreased libido;
- itching and dryness of the vagina, painful sexual intercourse;
- decrease in skin elasticity, its thinning, as well as fragility of nails and hair;
- urological disorders;
- cardiovascular disease;
- osteoporosis, pain in the joints and bones.
How fast can pregnancy occur after artificial menopause? The menstrual cycle in women is restored in 1-2.5 months after the last injection. The long-awaited conception can occur within six months after the withdrawal of drugs. As a rule, such a pregnancy is not a cause for concern, since nothing threatens its favorable course.