Perimenopause. A simple word, with some pretty grim side effects. From the hot flushes, mood swings and sleepless nights to irregular periods, you’d be forgiven for looking for the tell-tale signs that perimenopause is ending.
Unfortunately, whilst the end of perimenopause doesn’t necessarily mean you can wave goodbye to the unpleasant side effects, it does mean you’ve hit a big milestone in your menopause journey.
What is Perimenopause?
First, let’s dig a little deeper into perimenopause and what it means before we look at some of the signs that perimenopause is ending. Perimenopause is a transitional period before the menopause. It can start as early as your mid-30s or as late as your mid-50s and last between several months and a decade. How will you know it’s started? Well, the hormonal changes happening deep inside the body can make for some emotional and physical side effects, including fatigue, irregular periods, mood swings and hot flashes. Although every individual is different, some women will feel the changes for five years, others may not feel anything at all. Menopause is defined as one entire year with no period.What are the signs perimenopause is ending?
Unfortunately, there are no defining elements that could signify the end of perimenopause, and the beginning of menopause. However, here is a list of some tell-tale symptoms that may help you determine where you are on your journey.-
Irregular/ infrequent periods
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Hot flushes
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Interrupted sleep
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Fatigue
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Vaginal dryness