Perimenopause is a stage in a woman's life that typically begins in her 40s and is characterized by hormonal fluctuations. There are 34 commonly recognized symptoms of perimenopause, including:
- Irregular periods
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Insomnia & disrupted sleep
- Weight gain
- Mood changes
- Difficulty concentrating
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Irritability
- Breast tenderness
- Headaches
- Joint pain
- Digestive issues
- Bloating
- Allergies
- Changes in body odor
- Thinning hair
- Vaginal dryness
- Decreased libido
- Memory problems
- Dizziness
- Electric shock sensation
- Osteoporosis
- Irregular heartbeat
- Changes in body shape
- Brittle nails
- Muscle tension
- Itchy skin
- Tingling extremities
- Burning tongue
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Changes in body odor
These symptoms can vary in severity and duration from woman to woman. It's important for women in this stage to be aware of these symptoms and track them alongside their menstrual cycles to better understand and manage their perimenopausal experience.
