Wednesday, January 28, 2009

What is Perimenopause?

Perimenopause is the stage prior to menopause when ovarian hormone production begins to decline and fluctuate. Periods may become erratic and other symptoms may ensue, such as hot flashes, mood swings, decreased fertility, loss of sex drive and body or skin changes. Typically, perimenopause is the period about three or four years before menopause, but this can vary from woman to woman. Perimenopause is a good time for women to examine their lifestyle and make appropriate improvements to eating habits, frequency of physical activity and overall wellbeing.

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