Study Notes
Perimenopause in Early Adulthood
- Level:
- BTEC National
- Board:
- Edexcel
Last updated 23 Sept 2022
The perimenopause begins near the end of early adulthood. The ovaries start to make less oestrogen which results in a reduction of egg production. Perimenopause is the transitional stage that ends when the menopause starts. This is when the menstrual cycle completely stops.
Perimenopause lasts between 4- 10 years. The low production of oestrogen leads to several physical and emotional symptoms that can be difficult to manage.
The Symptoms of Perimenopause
- Mood swings
- Hot flushes
- Night sweats
- Loss of sex drive (libido)
- Fatigue
- Heavy or irregular periods
- Vaginal dryness
- The urgency to urinate more and urinating when coughing or sneezing
- Weight gain
- Vaginal dryness
- Mood swings
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