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I'm a 55yr old female, should i be in menopause now? my last period was december 2014.

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Variable menopause: Menopause occurs at variable ages from 43 to 55 normally. If you are still having regular periods then unfortunately, menopause has not yet occurred. If you are skipping periods, a GYN MD can do a FSH blood test and determine if you are close to that "magical" period cessation time. Genetically, some women have a later menopause then others.

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Answered 2/3/2015

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A member asked:

I'm a 55yr old female, should i be in menopause now? my last period was december 2014.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Dr Russo agreed

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