A 45-year-old female asked:

I have had menstrual bleeding for over 8 wks. if this is perimenopause, is that possibly normal? i'm 45.

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Dr. Victor Bonuelanswered

Internal Medicine 40 years experience

Go see your GYN for: A blood test, pelvic exam, paps smear and a pelvic ultrasound to check for hormonal balance, thickening of the endometrial wall and tumor etc. God bless you!

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