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Hormonal condition prevalence by life stage

Visual heatmap. Conditions (rows) × life stages (columns) × prevalence (color). Highlights when to screen for what. Editorial estimates from clinical literature.

ConditionTeens20s30s40s50s60s+
PCOSHPPHML
EndometriosisMPPHLR
HypothyroidLMHHHH
HyperthyroidLMMMLL
PerimenopauseRRLPMR
MenopauseRRRLPM
Postmeno bone lossRRRRMP
Insulin resistanceLMHPPH
Obesity / weight gainMHHPPH
Hot flashes / VMSRRRHPM
Vaginal atrophyRRRMPP
Cardiovascular riskRRLMHP

Legend

RareLowModerateHighPeak

Use this for screening conversations

Bring this to your annual visit. If a condition is "High" or "Peak" in your stage, ask whether screening is appropriate. Editorial estimates — verify with your clinician.