Perimenopause

Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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Perimenopause begins as oestrogen levels deplete. Oestrogen is the main female hormone produced by the ovaries and is vital for reproduction. This change begins a when woman is in her late 30’s or 40’s and can last up to four years, depending on the individual.

During perimenopause, oestrogen levels can spike unexpectedly or decline more than usual during the normal 28-day cycle, causing irregular periods and uncomfortable symptoms.

As perimenopause comes to an end, your body produces much less oestrogen. You may begin to experience more pronounced symptoms of menopause. Perimenopause ends when you have not had a menstrual cycle in 12 months.

Treatments for Perimenopause

Symptoms of perimenopause may include:

irregular periods and/or heavier or lighter periods
breast tenderness
weight gain
hair changes
dry skin
headaches
low libido
difficulty concentrating
mood changes, depression and anxiety
hot flashes
insomnia
fatigue
vaginal dryness/discomfort

To relieve these symptoms, your doctor can offer you Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to restore the hormonal balance of progesterone and oestrogen. Each treatment varies depending on your unique symptoms and needs. To book an appointment with our experienced doctors, call our friendly team.

SYMPTOMS of Perimenopause

Symptoms of perimenopause can present themselves as:

hot flashes
insomnia
irregular menstrual periods
vaginal dryness and discomfort
skin changes
mood changes
depression
anxiety
loss of libido

CAUSES of Perimenopause

Diminished levels of hormones, oestrogen & progesterone
Medical intervention such as breast cancer treatment (tamoxifen)
Ageing

Prevention of Perimenopause

Perimenopause cannot be prevented but symptoms can be lessened by maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, little to no alcohol consumption, regular exercise, adequate calcium intake and not smoking cigarettes.

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