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Perimenopause

Perimenopause

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A condition that occurs when a woman's estrogen levels start to decline, periods become irregular, and hot flashes may begin, accompanied by mood swings and other physical and emotional changes.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

42 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Very common
Young adult
19-40
Common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common

Symptoms

Hot flashes
Flushing
Trouble sleeping
Fatigue
Mood swings
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