Perimenopause is a transition, and it does not look the same for every woman. You may notice changes in your periods first. You may experience hot flashes, sleep changes, mood changes or changes in sexual health. Or you may simply feel that something about your
body has changed. At Compass Women’s Health, your concerns are taken seriously and considered in the context of your individual health.
Perimenopause is the transition leading up to menopause.
During this stage, hormonal changes can affect menstrual cycles and may contribute to a range of symptoms.
The timing and experience can vary from woman to woman.
Some of these symptoms can have causes unrelated to perimenopause, so it is important not to automatically assume every change is part of the menopause transition.
Perimenopause can involve changes in different areas of your health.
You may notice:
Consider making an appointment if changes are persistent, concerning, or interfering with your daily life.
You may also want to talk with a doctor if you are unsure whether symptoms are related to perimenopause or something else.
You do not need to wait until your symptoms become overwhelming before asking for help.
It can be helpful to bring information about:
You do not need to have everything figured out before your appointment.
Dr. Crystal Berry-Roberts is a board-certified OB/GYN providing personalized gynecologic care through Compass Women’s Health. Her approach centers on listening carefully, understanding each patient’s concerns and creating individualized care plans.
There is no single way to experience perimenopause.
Your symptoms, health history and priorities should all be part of the conversation.
At Compass Women’s Health, care is designed around understanding your individual experience rather than assuming that every woman needs the same approach.
Compass Women’s Health provides personalized gynecologic care in Austin.
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The timing of perimenopause varies from woman to woman. If you are noticing changes in your menstrual cycle or other symptoms, your gynecologist can help you understand whether they may be related to the menopause transition.
Yes. Changes in menstrual cycles are common during perimenopause, although irregular bleeding can have other causes as well.
Sleep changes can occur during the menopause transition. If sleep problems are persistent or affecting your daily life, discuss them with your healthcare provider.
Yes. Some women notice changes in sexual health during perimenopause. These concerns are appropriate to discuss with your gynecologist.
No. You can talk with your healthcare provider about symptoms and concerns during perimenopause.
You do not have to figure out whether something is “normal” before asking about it. If you have noticed changes in your cycle, sleep, temperature regulation, mood or sexual health, start the conversation.