Perimenopausal
Perimenopausal
Perimenopausal (pronunciation: /ˌpɛriːmɛnəˈpɔːzəl/) is a term used to describe the period of a woman's life leading up to menopause, the end of her reproductive years.
Etymology
The term "perimenopausal" is derived from the Greek words "peri" (around or about), "meno" (month), and "pausis" (cessation). It literally means "around the cessation of the month", referring to the end of the menstrual cycle.
Definition
Perimenopause is the transition period that begins several years before menopause. It's the time when the ovaries gradually begin to make less estrogen. It usually starts in a woman's 40s, but can start in the 30s as well.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of perimenopause include hot flashes, sleep problems, mood changes, and irregular periods. These symptoms can vary from mild to severe and can last for several years.
Related Terms
- Menopause: The time that marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles.
- Estrogen: The primary female sex hormone that regulates the menstrual cycle.
- Hot flashes: A sudden feeling of warmth spreading through the upper body and face.
- Premenopause: The stage of a woman's reproductive life that occurs before menopause.
- Postmenopause: The stage of a woman's life that occurs after the cessation of menstrual periods.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Perimenopausal
- Wikipedia's article - Perimenopausal
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