Signs Perimenopause Is Starting: 8 Early Signals to Know
The first signs of perimenopause arrive years before hot flashes. Here are the eight signals that the hormonal transition has begun, and what to do about them.
Understanding Perimenopause
What perimenopause is, when it starts, how to recognise it, and what to expect.
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Can I Get Pregnant During Perimenopause?
Yes, pregnancy is possible during perimenopause until 12 full months after your last period. Irregular periods do not mean infertility. Here is what you need to know about fertility, contraception, and your options.
Can Perimenopause Cause Depression?
Yes, perimenopause significantly raises the risk of depression, even in women with no previous history. Research shows women are 2–4x more likely to experience a first depressive episode during this transition. Here is what the evidence says, and what you can do about it.
Can Perimenopause Cause Dizziness?
Yes, dizziness is a recognised but frequently overlooked perimenopause symptom. It can arise from vasomotor changes, blood pressure fluctuations, anxiety, inner ear effects, anaemia, and sleep deprivation, all of which are common during this transition. Here is what causes it and when to seek urgent care.
Can Perimenopause Cause High Blood Pressure?
Yes, blood pressure tends to rise during perimenopause and menopause as oestrogen levels decline. Oestrogen keeps blood vessels flexible and lowers vascular resistance; losing it accelerates cardiovascular risk. Here is what Indian women need to know about monitoring and managing blood pressure through this transition.
Can Perimenopause Cause Water Retention?
Yes, water retention is common during perimenopause. Oestrogen's effect on aldosterone, declining progesterone, and elevated cortisol all contribute to fluid accumulation. Here is what is happening and how to manage it.
Oestrogen vs Progesterone: What's the Difference and Why Both Matter in Perimenopause
Oestrogen and progesterone do completely different jobs, and they fall at different times. Understanding both is the key to understanding your perimenopause symptoms.
Should I Take Oestrogen If I Am Perimenopausal?
Oestrogen therapy during perimenopause is more effective and safer than most women have been told. Here is the evidence-based answer, including what is available in India.
What Does Progesterone Do During Perimenopause?
Progesterone is the first hormone to fall in perimenopause, and its decline explains anxiety, poor sleep, heavy periods, and more. A clear guide to what it does and why it matters.
What Is Anovulation, And What Does It Have to Do With Perimenopause?
Your period arrives, but no egg was released. Anovulation is one of the most misunderstood aspects of perimenopause, and it explains a lot about what's happening to your body.