A 37-year-old member asked:
Is there a test to determine if someone is going through premature menopause or perimenopause?
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Dr. Seema Patelanswered
Holistic Medicine 28 years experience
Yes: Premature menopause occurs before 35 and you will have high fsh levels. If after 35, you have perimenopause. Menopause only occurs after one year of not having periods.
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Last updated Jul 5, 2012
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