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What is menopause?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Menopause**: Menopause is defined as the time in a woman's life when her menstrual cycles permanently cease. 2. **Age Range**: It typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. 3. **Ovum Depletion**: The process is associated with the depletion of ova (eggs) in the ovaries. As a woman ages, the number of viable eggs decreases until they are no longer present. ...
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