Menopause affects every woman differently. Your only symptom may be your period stopping. You may have other symptoms, too. Many symptoms at this time of life happen because you are getting older. But some are due to menopause. It’s not always possible to tell if symptoms are related to aging, menopause, or both. Some changes [...]
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How to Find Out if You Have Premature Menopause
Your doctor will ask you if you’ve had changes typical of menopause, like hot flashes, irregular periods, sleep problems, and vaginal dryness. Normally, menopause is confirmed when a woman hasn’t had her period for 12 months in a row. However, with certain types of premature menopause, these signs may not be enough for a diagnosis. [...]
Stages of Menopause
Menopause is only one of several stages in the reproductive life of a woman. The whole menopause transition is divided into four main stages known as: 1. Premenopause — refers to the entirety of a woman’s life from her first to her last regular menstrual period. It is best defined as a time of “normal” [...]
