Which of the following statements is true of menopause?
A) Women remain fertile even after menopause.
B) Menopause produces physical symptoms in women as the vascular system adjusts to the decrease in estrogen.
C) Approximately 60 percent of women experience severe physical and emotional symptoms as a result of menopause.
D) The majority of women view menopause negatively.

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Menopause is the cessation of menstruation and the permanent end of reproductive capability. It occurs when the ovaries no longer release eggs and there is a decrease in estrogen levels. This decrease in estrogen can lead to physical symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. The vascular system also adjusts to the decrease in estrogen, which can lead to cardiovascular disease. However, menopause does not produce physical symptoms in all women, and not all women view it negatively. Women are no longer fertile after menopause. About 25-50% of women experience severe physical and emotional symptoms as a result of menopause.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Menopause