What are some of the signs that you are beginning menopause?

Ena

I've always been a 28 day girl you could set you clock by my period, now it can be 25 days 23 days and then back to 28 days. I and 46 so could this be a sign the I and beginning menopause?



Brigitte

Menopause is the transition period in a woman's life when her ovaries stop producing eggs, her body produces less estrogen and progesterone, and menstruation becomes less frequent, eventually stopping altogether. Menopause is a natural event that normally occurs between the ages of 45 and 55.Once menopause is complete (called postmenopause), you can no longer become pregnant. The symptoms of menopause are caused by changes in estrogen and progesterone levels. As the ovaries become less functional, they produce less of these hormones and the body responds accordingly. The specific symptoms you experience and how significant (mild, moderate, or severe) varies from woman to woman. In some women, menstrual flow comes to a sudden halt. More commonly, it tapers off. During this time, your menstrual periods generally become either more closely or more widely spaced. This irregularity may last for 1 to 3 years before menstruation finally ends completely. A gradual decrease of estrogen generally allows your body to slowly adjust to the hormonal changes. When estrogen drops suddenly, as is seen when the ovaries are removed surgically (called surgical menopause), symptoms can be more severe. Because hormone levels fall, changes occur in the entire female reproductive system. The vaginal walls become less elastic and thinner. The vagina becomes shorter. Lubricating secretions from the vagina become watery. The outside genital tissue decreases. This is called atrophy of the labia. Symptoms : The potential symptoms include: - Hot flashes and skin flushing - Night sweats - Insomnia - Mood swings including irritability, depression, and anxiety - Irregular menstrual periods - Spotting of blood in between periods - Vaginal dryness and painful sexual intercourse - Decreased sex drive - Vaginal infections - Urinary tract infections In addition, the long-term effects of menopause include: - Bone loss and eventual osteoporosis - Changes in cholesterol levels and greater risk of heart disease



Bonita

At the age of 29 I started having menopause signs. First it was cold and hot sweats I didn't understand. Talked to the doctor and said that women could start having signs as early as 29. Report Abuse



Mandie

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Blossom

those nasty mood swings and night sweats. they got sooo bad, i went and cut my hair very short so my wet hair would not wrap around my neck and strangle me.



Jonelle

Oh, yes! The best of health to you! The book "the pause" is a great book to read during this time of your life. Just think, it won't be long until you are through this faze of your life.



Cyril

yes, and decreased flow, and irritability, and dry vagina when you have sex, it can take ten years to get through the process.



Hollie

Menopause is a stage in life when a woman stops having her monthly period. It is a normal part of aging, marking the end of a woman's reproductive years. Good nutrition will help ease the symptoms of menopause by supplying a changing body with the nutrients necessary for optimal health throughout this transitional phase. Get enough calcium. A woman going through menopause needs 1000 mg to 1500 mg of calcium a day. Avoid excessive amounts of salt to reduce bloating associated with hormonal changes. More information and remedies at http://useinfo4.blogspot. com/



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