1. the period of life following menopause, typically beginning after 12 consecutive months without menstruation
Usage: medical/clinical term; often used in healthcare contexts

1. relating to or occurring during the period after menopause
Usage: commonly used in medical and health discussions

Examples

• Women in postmenopause may experience different health considerations than those in perimenopause.
• Postmenopause bone density screening is recommended for many women over 65.
• Her doctor discussed postmenopause symptoms and treatment options during the appointment.
• The study examined cardiovascular health in postmenopause women.
• Postmenopause typically lasts for the remainder of a woman's life.
• Hormone levels stabilize during postmenopause after the fluctuations of perimenopause.