Why do FSH and LH increase in menopause?

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Dr Hema Pratima

General Practitioner

MBBS
Fellowship in Diabetes Mellitus
9+ Yrs

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When estrogen deficiency occurs in the menopause LH levels increase. Later the FSH is raised and remains high for the rest of life.

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Take a Urine Glucose(Fasting) Test or Take a CD2 (Pan T Cell Marker) Test

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Answered 24/07/2025

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