Inside Health A guide to the perimenopause
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Jan 30, 2024 Learn about the perimenopause and its symptoms, the importance of supporting loved ones through menopause, and the confusion surrounding online information. Explore the necessity and risks of hormone replacement therapy and discover efforts to create a comprehensive education and support program. Find out how to be a good listener and provide understanding during this stage of life.
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Defining Perimenopause and Menopause
- Perimenopause is the time before menopause, marked by hormonal and menstrual changes.
- Menopause is defined retrospectively as one year without a period.
Key Perimenopause Symptoms
- The key perimenopause symptom is changing periods, which can be heavier, lighter, more or less frequent.
- Hot sweats, flushes, and night sweats are also tightly linked to hormonal changes.
Perimenopause Symptoms and Misinformation
- Many online perimenopause symptom lists are too broad and include unrelated issues.
- The cardinal symptom remains a change in periods; other symptoms need more investigation.