Why are women in Bihar reaching menopause in their thirties?
Data indicates that women in Bihar are experiencing premature menopause at rates significantly higher than the national average, often linked to unnecessary hysterectomies. This trend is exacerbated by insurance schemes and private medical practices that prioritize surgery over conservative care.
While menopause typically occurs around the age of 50, data shows that a large number of women in Bihar experience menopause in their thirties . This phenomenon appears to be influenced more by prevailing medical practices than by biological factors, disproportionately affecting socioeconomically disadvantaged women in the State.
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