Hormonal Changes Lead to Unexpected Symptoms During Perimenopause

When women enter perimenopause (the several years before menopause), few feel they are ready for that life transition, and many are unaware of when it actually begins. No specific symptoms make it easy to recognize, and women may vary widely in how it affects them. In the early stages of perimenopause, you may become uncharacteristically moody and easily upset, or feel anxious and nervous. You might have night sweats and trouble sleeping, feel inexplicably exhausted, or have disturbing memory lapses or migraines. The effects may be upsetting until you realize what is going on, but the hormonal changes of perimenopause and their accompanying symptoms are perfectly normal. However, if you are under prolonged stress―a divorce or serious money problems, for example―the symptoms may become worse, and you may fall into depression. Learn how you can manage the stress, relieve depression and ease your transition into menopause. …..Read More