Premenopause is the stage in every adult woman before the menstrual cycle stops permanently. Symptoms can start as early as 40 but for some women, it may start late after 45 years of age. Experts say it also depends upon the genetic condition of her mother but the majority of the women will start facing irregularities of the periods from the age of 40 only.
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Between the ages of 45 and 50, every woman stops having periods. This stage is called menopause. This is a naive process. However, this does not happen immediately. Shortly before menopause, a woman goes through the stage of perimenopause. Let us know what it is, its symptoms, and ways to manage it.
What is Perimenopause? Perimenopause means the time around menopause. This stage comes when your body is moving towards the end of menstruation. Therefore, perimenopause can also be called the menopausal transition. It can be a different experience for every woman. Its symptoms also depend on the woman's body. Symptoms of Perimenopause: Symptoms of this stage start in most women after the age of 40.
In some cases, these symptoms can be seen even after the age of 30 like -
• Irregular periods
• Levels of the sex hormone estrogen fluctuate unevenly
• Eggs are not released from the ovaries even when the period cycle starts
• Sudden feeling of heat in the body (hot flashes)·
• Sleep disturbances
• Vaginal dryness·
• Mood swings·
• Decreased fertility·
• Accidentally missed urine·
• Decreased sex drive·
• Weak bones·
• Increase in the amount of bad cholesterol in the body.
Serious Complications of Perimenopause: Some women may experience symptoms other than those listed above, which are considered unusual. These can be serious complications of perimenopause-
• Changing pads every 1-2 hours during periods
• Bleeding lasts more than 7 days
• Menstruation started every 21 days
• Bleeding between periods.
These symptoms indicate that your reproductive health is not good. If you experience these symptoms, go to the doctor immediately.
How to Manage Perimenopause? This stage can become a hindrance in your daily life, so it is important to manage it properly. Include all the nutrients in your diet. Eat a diet rich in seasonal fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
• Exercise daily. It will help to keep you physically and mentally healthy.
• Create a bedtime routine.
• Get up and sleep at the same time every day. Stay away from digital gadgets before sleeping.
• Keep stress away to avoid mood swings and irritability. You can do meditation to avoid this.
• Keep your weight under control.
• Quit alcohol and smoking.
Stay healthy, stay safe...
