Write five differences between menarche and menopause. - Vidyadip

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Write five differences between menarche and menopause.

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The differences between menarche and menopause are as follows:

S.No.	Menarche	Menopause
1.	It is the first menstrual period or start of menstruation in human females.	It is the end of menstrual period or start of menstruation in human females.
2.	It occurs at around $11-16$ years of age.	It occurs at around $45-50$ years of age.
3.	It marks the beginning of reproductive phase of a female.	It marks the end of reproductive phase of a female.
4.	There is elevated level of oestrogen.	There is decline in the level of oestrogen.
5.	Symptoms such as irritability, moodiness, acne, irregularity in periods are seen.	Symptoms such as bloating, lack of sleep, weight gain, hair loss and skin dryness are seen.

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