Does your endometriosis put you at a higher risk of early menopause? Did a pig castrator really perform the first-ever C-section? And if you've had a hysterectomy, do you still need to see a gynaecologist?

In this episode, we talk to Professor Susan Davis AO, Director of the Women's Health Research Program at Monash University, to find out what's fact and what's fiction when it comes to the science of perimenopause. 

We unravel common myths, including “disappearing labia” and talk about why some things you're being sold on social media - like weighted vests and special supplements -  may not be as miraculous as they might seem.

Plus, we talk about the latest research on delaying the onset of menopause and why it might not be a good idea for everybody.

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For more information on perimenopause and menopause, Professor Susan Davis and Dr Mariam recommend the Australasian Menopausal Society, the Endocrine Society, the International Menopause Society and Jean Hailes For Women’s Health. 

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Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam

Guest: Professor Susan Davis 

Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sally Best

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Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Video Producer: Julian Rosario

Social Producer: Elly Moore

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Does your endometriosis put you at a higher risk of early menopause? Did a pig castrator really perform the first-ever C-section? And if you've had a hysterectomy, do you still need to see a gynaecologist?
In this episode, we talk to Professor Susan Davis AO, Director of the Women's Health Research Program at Monash University, to find out what's fact and what's fiction when it comes to the science of perimenopause.&nbsp;
We unravel common myths, including &ldquo;disappearing labia&rdquo; and talk about why some things you're being sold on social media - like weighted vests and special supplements -&nbsp; may not be as miraculous as they might seem.
Plus, we talk about the latest research on delaying the onset of menopause and why it might not be a good idea for everybody.
THE END BITS
All your health information is in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/well/">Well Hub</a>.
For more information on perimenopause and menopause, Professor Susan Davis and Dr Mariam recommend the <a href="http://www.menopause.org.au">Australasian Menopausal Society</a>, the <a href="https://www.endocrine.org/">Endocrine Society</a>, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.imsociety.org/#content">International Menopause Society</a> and <a href="https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/">Jean Hailes For Women&rsquo;s Health</a>.&nbsp;
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Guest: <a href="https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/susan-davis">Professor Susan Davis</a>&nbsp;
Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sally Best
Group Executive Producer: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ilariabrophy/?hl=en">Ilaria Brophy</a>
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Producer: Julian Rosario
Social Producer: Elly Moore
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.

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Does Your Endometriosis Put You At A Higher Risk Of Early Menopause?

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