What Is Perimenopause?
What Is Perimenopause?
Perimenopause vs. Menopause
While many women may think of menopause as the time during middle age that their period ends, the symptoms of menopause can last for years and occur during a stage called perimenopause. Read on to learn more about the conditions you might experience during this change.
Menopause
If you haven’t had a period for one full year, you’re in menopause. Most women in the U.S. go through menopause in their early fifties, but for some women, it can occur much earlier or later.
Perimenopause
Your ovaries produce hormones that control your period and other processes in your body, but as you get closer to menopause, your ovaries gradually produce fewer of these hormones. We call this transitional phase “perimenopause.”
What to Expect During Perimenopause
The hormonal and biological changes and physical symptoms that occur during perimenopause last an average of three to five years, but they can last as few as two years or as many as eight years for some women. While some women may have few to no symptoms during this time, many will, and it can be a different experience for everyone. Some of the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause include:
- Hot flashes
- Irregular periods
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep disorders
- Depression and irritability
- Increased risk of osteoporosis
- Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
If you’re feeling apprehensive or concerned about the conditions associated with perimenopause, the certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner at Panacea Health Haven can help. By combining clinical expertise with genuine care, we empower women to take an active role in their health.
Contact Panacea Health Haven Today to Schedule an Appointment
Whether you’re seeking relief from perimenopause symptoms, support for menopause symptoms, or personalized perimenopause treatment, our team is here to help. Our telehealth medicine services, including HRT therapy, are available to those in Panama City, FL; Niceville, FL; Crestview, FL; Miramar Beach, FL; Pensacola, FL; and everywhere in the state of Florida. Contact Panacea Health Haven today to schedule your consultation.
