Raising Good Humans S3 Ep 19: What You Need To Know About Perimenopause Now with Dr. Sharon Malone
May 12, 2023
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Early Menopause Onset
- Menopause symptoms can start 10 years before the last period, often during a stressful time in women's lives (40s).
- These symptoms can coincide with children's adolescence, adding to the overall stress.
Dr. Pressman's Hot Flashes
- Dr. Pressman experienced hot flashes for months without realizing it, highlighting the silent onset of perimenopause.
- This personal experience emphasizes the need for increased awareness and education about perimenopause symptoms.
Perimenopause Duration and Misconceptions
- Perimenopause can last for years, with symptoms sometimes persisting even after the final menstrual period.
- Hormonal changes begin before periods become irregular, making it difficult to connect early symptoms to perimenopause.