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Premature menopause is menopause that happens before the age of 40 â whether it is natural or induced. Women who enter menopause early get symptoms similar to those of natural menopause, like hot flashes, emotional problems, vaginal dryness, and decreased sex drive.
1 Menopause is the time when a woman stops having menstrual periods.  Many women experience a variety of symptoms as a result of the hormonal changes associated with the transition to menopause.