Symptoms of premature ovarian failure (POF)

The symptoms of POF are similar to those of menopause, since in both cases these symptoms are the result of low estrogen levels.

The most prominent symptom of POF is amenorrhea, which means that there is no menstruation. Sometimes, ovarian insufficiency starts with irregular and scarce periods and then moves to total absence of menstruation. Other prominent symptoms of POF are sleep disorders, lack of sexual desire or mood swings, as well as fertility problems.