It may or may not be the right choice for you. First, it's a good idea to know what happens to your body with menopause. At this time, your body makes less of the female hormones, estrogen and progesterone. After menopause, you are free from concerns about monthly menstrual periods and getting pregnant. But during the years around menopause you might have annoying symptoms.
Many women have little or no trouble with menopause.
Some have moderate to severe discomfort. Estrogen loss also puts you at risk for more serious health problems. These include heart disease, stroke, and osteoporosis. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women over the age of 50. It kills more women than lung and breast cancer combined.