What is premenopause …?
Menopause refers to the end of your menstrual cycle. Once you’ve gone 12 months without a period, you’ve reached menopause. The average woman goes through menopause at 51 years old . The time period before menopause is called perimenopause . Perimenopause symptoms occur for 4 years , on average. However, perimenopause can last anywhere from a few months to 10 years. During this time, the hormones estrogen and progesterone are in flux. Your levels will fluctuate from month to month. These shifts can be erratic, affecting ovulation and the rest of your cycle. You may notice anything from irregular or missed periods to different bleeding patterns. Other symptoms of perimenopause include: hot flashes night sweats sleep troubles memory issues difficulty urinating vaginal dryness changes in sexual desire or satisfaction What you can do Consider keeping a journal to track your periods. Include information such as: when they start how...