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Can you describe the initial signs of menopause?

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Dr. Shira Miller answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It varies. : Symptoms can range from missed menstrual periods, hot flashes, and vaginally dryness, to fatigue, depression, insomnia, and more.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sxs: Menopause occurs 1 year after the last time you had a period. However, when perimenopausal (the time leading up to your period stopping) you can have a # of sxs. Sxs may include waking up in the middle of the night sweating heavily; dryness of the vaginal tissue; irregularity of periods, hot flashes; mood swings & decreased interest in sex. In the us the ave age for menopause is 51.

Answered 6/25/2013

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