Perimenopause: Menopause Signs And SymptomsThe Secrets of Menopause Signs And Symptoms Revealed

Menopause bleeding is another one of those frustrating conditions you can add to the hot flashes, sweats, mood changes, sleeping disorders among others. It is another one of the signs and symptoms of menopause.

As the average age of menopausal onset is about 51 (most commonly 47 to 53) you will begin seeing changes in your monthly cycle. Usually this starts at a time called perimenopause which occurs immediately before and after menopause and lasts on average of about 4 years.

You can get a simple blood test known as FSH or follicle stimulating hormone to diagnose whether or not you are actually in menopause.

Monthly bleeding may stop completely or be spaced out for many months of even years before your periods actually stop.

Periods are the result of a very precise hormone balance which keeps your monthly cycle in sync and therefor predictable.

Once the hormone balance becomes irregular then so do the periods that you will experience. Again, just another symptom on the long list that make up  the menopause signs and symptoms.

How do you know if your bleeding in abnormal? You can expect abnormal when going through perimenopause and notice irregularities for 6 months or more. Sometimes bleeding can be excessive and if you find yourself needing to use a pad every hour for over 24 hours then you should consult your physician.

You should also pay attention in your period is lasting over 2 weeks and also if you experience any type of bleeding once your periods have been absent for more than 6 months.

Remember, abnormal is what perimenopause and menopause is all about and menopause bleeding is one you will notice almost immediately.

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