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Signs You May Be in Perimenopause
Perimenopause typically begins in your 40s (sometimes late 30s) and can last several years. Here are common signs:
Key Symptoms
- Irregular periods (longer, shorter, heavier, or lighter)
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Sleep disturbances
- Mood changes (irritability, anxiety, depression)
- Brain fog or memory issues
- Vaginal dryness
- Decreased libido
- Weight changes, especially around the midsection
How to Get Confirmed
The best approach is to see a doctor, but some helpful resources include:
- Midi Health - a telehealth platform specializing in menopause/perimenopause care
- Elektra Health - another menopause-focused telehealth service
- Your OB-GYN - can order hormone level tests (FSH, estrogen)
Helpful Tracking Tools
- Clue app - tracks cycle changes over time
- MenoPro app - developed by the Menopause Society
Symptom Checkers
- The Menopause Society (menopause.org) has a free symptom quiz
Blood tests alone aren't always definitive — symptoms combined with age and cycle changes are usually how doctors diagnose it.
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