wife and i need a list of signs of perimenopause?
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Hot flashes, flushes, night sweats and/or cold flashes, clammy feeling \nIrregular heart beat \nIrritability \nMood swings, sudden tears \nTrouble sleeping through the night (with or without night sweats) \nIrregular periods; shorter, lighter periods; heavier periods, flooding; phantom periods, shorter cycles, longer cycles \nLoss of libido \nDry vagina \nCrashing fatigue \nAnxiety, feeling ill at ease \nFeelings of dread, apprehension, doom \nDifficulty concentrating, disorientation, mental confusion \nDisturbing memory lapses \nIncontinence, especially upon sneezing, laughing; urge incontinence \nItchy, crawly skin \nAching, sore joints, muscles and tendons \nIncreased tension in muscles \nBreast tenderness \nHeadache change: increase or decrease \nGastrointestinal distress, indigestion, flatulence, gas pain, nausea \nSudden bouts of bloat \nDepression \nExacerbation of existing conditions \nIncrease in allergies \nWeight gain \nHair loss or thinning, head, pubic, or whole body; increase in facial hair \nDizziness, light-headedness, episodes of loss of balance \nChanges in body odor \nElectric shock sensation under the skin and in the head \nTingling in the extremities \nGum problems, increased bleeding \nBurning tongue, burning roof of mouth, bad taste in mouth, change in breath odor \nOsteoporosis (after several years) \nChanges in fingernails: softer, crack or break easier \nTinnitus: ringing in ears, bells, 'whooshing,' buzzing etc. (
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Ha, my mom thought she was going through menopause at 41, turns out she was just PG with me, ha...... Go to the doctor....
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You can start at any age. It's called perimenopause. Here r some symptoms to look for:\n\nChanges in pattern of periods (can be shorter or longer, lighter or heavier, more or less time between periods) \n\nHot flashes (sudden rush of heat in upper body) \n\nNight sweats (hot flashes that happen while you sleep), often followed by a chill \n\nTrouble sleeping through the night (with or without night sweats) \nVaginal dryness \n\nMood changes, feeling crabby (probably because of lack of sleep) \n\nTrouble focusing, feeling mixed-up or confused \n\nHair loss or thinning on your head, more hair growth on your face \n\nWhen you visit your doctor, take along a diary about what’s happening with your period. For a few months before your visit, record when your period starts and stops each day, and indicate whether it is light of heavy. Also note any other symptoms you have.\n\nGood luck
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Menopause, or premenopause, whichever stage you are in is very unpredictable.  There is a book I love called "What Your Doctor May not Tell You About Premenopause" by dr. John Lee.  That man changed my life and answered questions my regular ob/gyn glared at me for asking.
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mm.. maybe she has just burned to much of her electrolytes and her body needs to replenish them.. I would ask you Dr. maybe she is having a hormone imbalance after sex for so long.. women state that during menopause that they feel like are about to burst into flames they are so hot..
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35 is way too early for menopause, but it could be perimenopause (aka pre-menopause). There is helpful info in the link below.
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Signs and symptoms\nEvery woman experiences menopause differently. Even the age at which menopause begins may be unique to you. Some women reach menopause in their 30s or 40s, and some not until their 60s, but menopause most often occurs between the ages of 45 and 55.\n\nYour signs and symptoms also are likely to be very individual. You may breeze through menopause with few signs and symptoms. Or you may experience a number of physical and emotional changes, including:\n\nIrregular periods. Your menstrual periods may stop suddenly, or gradually get lighter or heavier and then stop. The unpredictability of your periods may be your first clue that menopause is approaching. \nDecreased fertility. When ovulation begins to fluctuate, you're less likely to become pregnant. Until you haven't had a period for a year, however, pregnancy is still possible. \nVaginal and urinary changes. As your estrogen level declines, the tissues lining your vagina and urethra — the opening to your bladder — become drier, thinner and less elastic. With decreased lubrication you may experience burning or itching, along with increased risk of infections of your urinary tract or vagina. These changes may make sexual intercourse uncomfortable or even painful. You may feel the need to urinate more frequently or more urgently, and you may experience urinary incontinence. \nHot flashes. As your estrogen level drops, your blood vessels may expand rapidly, causing your skin temperature to rise. This can lead to a feeling of warmth that moves upward from your chest to your shoulders, neck and head. You may sweat, and as the sweat evaporates from your skin, you may feel chilled, weak and slightly faint. Your face might look flushed, and red blotches may appear on your chest, neck and arms. Most hot flashes last from 30 seconds to several minutes, although they can last much longer. The frequency, as well as the duration, of hot flashes varies from person to person. You may have them once every hour or only occasionally. They can occur any time during the day or night. They may be a part of your life for a year or more, or you may never have them. \nSleep disturbances and night sweats. Night sweats are often a consequence of hot flashes. You may awaken from a sound sleep with soaking night sweats followed by chills. You may have difficulty falling back to sleep or achieving a deep, restful sleep. Lack of sleep may affect your mood and overall health. \nChanges in appearance. Many women gain a modest amount of weight — about 5 pounds on average — during the menopausal transition. The fat that once was concentrated in your hips and thighs may settle above your waist and in your abdomen. You may notice a loss of fullness in your breasts, thinning hair and wrinkles in your skin. If you previously experienced adult acne, it may become worse. Although your estrogen level drops, your body continues to produce small amounts of the male hormone testosterone. As a result, you may develop coarse hair on your chin, upper lip, chest and abdomen. \nEmotional and cognitive changes. You may experience irritability, fatigue, decreased memory and diminished concentration as you approach menopause. These symptoms have sometimes been attributed to hormonal fluctuations. Yet other factors are more likely to contribute to these changes, including sleep deprivation and stressful life events — such as the illness or death of a parent, grown children leaving home or returning home, and retirement. \n\nComplications\nSeveral chronic medical conditions tend to appear after menopause. By becoming aware of the following conditions, you can take steps to help reduce your risk:\n\nCardiovascular disease. At the same time your estrogen levels decline, your risk of cardiovascular disease increases. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women as well as in men. Yet you can do a great deal to reduce your risk of heart disease. These risk-reduction steps include stopping s
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Extreme fatigue \nWeakness \nShortness of breath \nConfusion or loss of concentration \nDizziness or fainting \nPale skin, including decreased pinkness of the lips, gums, lining of the eyelids, nail beds and palms \nRapid heart beat (tachycardia) \nFeeling cold \nSadness or depression
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There are a lot of reasons women lose interest in sex.  Depression is a big one.  How old is your child?  Could this be postpartum depression?  Some prescription drugs can cause loss of sexual appetite as well.  \n\nAre you showing her attention outside of the bedroom?  Women crave intimacy and many of us need to talk or just be listened to in order to feel like we are important to our spouse.  \n\nAre you making her feel like she is the number one priority in your life? Other than God, your wife should come before EVERYTHING ELSE in your life.  YES, this includes your job, friends, parents, kids, sports, TV & even your computer.  She must "FEEL" loved.\n\nAre you speaking her "Love Language"?  Gary Chaspman wrote a book called the "The Five Languages of Love".  Every married person should read this book.  It helps us understand how to express I love you to our spouse in a way that they will get the message on a regular basis.  There are five love languages that are discussed:\n  1.  Words of Affirmation - Praise her, tell her how great she looks,  tell her what a good job she is doing, ect.\n  2.  Quality Time - One on one paying attention to her needs, wants and desires.\n  3.  Receiving Gifts - Buy her stuff: flowers, jewlery, candles, lingerie, goodies, nic-naks, etc.\n  4.  Acts of Service - Do stuff for her:  Wash the dishes, cook dinner, rub her back, run her errands, take your kid to the park so she can take a nap, anything to lighten her load.\n  5.  Physical touch - NOT SEX!  Touch her in a way that is not going to lead to sex.  Let her know that you enjoy being close to her even if you may not get some right away.  This is kind of like banking.  You can't get money out of the ATM if you haven't made any deposits.  Make deposits in your wifes "love bank" and soon there will be enough to make a withdrawl.\n\nThe last thing that I thought of is maybe she doesn't feel sexy after having a baby if her shape is not as cute as it was or she is just plain tired and needs a rest.  Make sure you complement her in a sincere way so she feels like she is still pretty and desirable.  \n\nDo you have a relative who can babysit for you?  A weekend away just might do the trick.  Make it romantic and cater to her needs.  Light candles, use massage oils, sprinkle rose petals on the bed and make sure she knows that a romantic interlude is going to be ALL about her.  Her wants, desires, needs.  Don't worry, you'll still get yours in the end and she will be a much happier wife.\n\nHAPPY WIFE = HAPPY LIFE!!!  Make her happy!
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Ok, you got a BIG problem.  You need to see your doctor ASAP if you are post menopausal and bleeding.  Menopause means NO BLEEDING.  Call your doctor for an exam right away.  Something is really wrong.
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I'm sorry to hear that you are having this problem with your wife.......however it doesn't mean that this is the end of your relationship. Women begin experiencing many changes in their bodies in their 40's (for example, menopause doen't all happen at once, there are different phases, it may take years to fully get through it), and it could be very possible that these hormonal changes are causing her lack of sex drive.\n\nI would try to be as sensitive and supportive to your wife as possible, as she may be having a hard time dealing with this herself, and then to also feel that she's letting her husband down is also an emotional strain. Ask her questions about what and how she is feeling towards you, but not in a judgemental or  way, maybe phrase it like, "I've noticed that we haven't been intimate, I just wanted to talk about it and see if there's anything I can do because I miss our closeness." \n\nShe could also be feeling low self-esteem. Do you still let her know that she is the love of your life and you think she's the most beautiful woman you've ever seen? These sincere compliments can really lift a gal's spirits. Have you thought about surprising her with a date night, just out of the blue, something that she'd love to do. Remind her of the days you first started dating, relive some of your old memories together.  \n\nTell her as gently as you can that while she sees this as no big deal, you are feeling like something that the two of you once shared is missing, and it's important for you to understand why. We are all human beings and have needs, the fact that you so badly want to share this act of love with her and her only, but she's not interested is affecting you. \n\nIn conclusion, I think that in order to fix any of your problems, you'll have to open up the lines of communication. But I wouldn't jump to the conclusion that this is a sure sign of a failing relationship. Take into consideration all of the possible factors, and discuss them with your wife. Maybe a marriage counselor would help you both to express your feelings and concerns with each other. I wish you the best of luck, and remember to always tell your wife that you love her!
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WHAT IS PERIMENOPAUSE?\n\nPerimenopause, or pre-menopause is a transitional stage of two to ten years before complete cessation of the menstrual period. Its average duration is six years, and can appear in women from 35 to 50 years of age. This has not been a stage of women's lives much talked about, and a woman can find herself experiencing puzzling changes, and not know why. What is actually going on is a gradual decrease of estrogen. The manifestations of perimenopause can vary. Here are some of the most commonly reported ones:\n\nHOME\n \n\nSIGNS OF PERIMENOPAUSE\n\nThe following are symptoms women have reported. This information is not intended as a substitute for talking with your health professional.\n\nMenstrual cycles become shorter, longer, or unpredictable\n\nFlow becomes heavier or lighter\n\nLow blood sugar\n\nFatigue several days before menstruation\n\nWeight gain\n\nDecreased sex drive\n\nHeadaches - from mild to migraines with aura and visual distortions\n\nDry and/or itchy vulva, clitoris\n\nIncreased incidence of yeast infections
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Yes, You should do an Internet search for menopause and read about the symptoms.  You can experience more than one symptom. And the symptoms can last up to 10 years.
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Your wife will experience rapid weight gain, "moon face" (puffy, roundness in the face), SUPPRESSED IMMUNITY, mood swings, infertility and insomnia.\n\nI capitalized suppressed immunity because it's extremely important. Your wife will be more prone to illness. She has to watch what she eats (no more soft cheese, coldcuts, or anything else risky) so she doesn't get sick from contamination.\n\nBeing on steroids sucks, but it is necessary to treat the problem. eventually, she should be weaned off the meds and things should return to normal (including most of the weight -- she'll still have to work some of it off, though).
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First and foremost, relax. Proper relaxation ritual, is very important. Also she should probably cut down on stimulants such as caffiene, and keep a healthy level of activity. Long walks and the like.
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It could be stress, hormone imbalance, medication she's taking, if she's older menopause, weight gain, weight loss, uterin condition such as fibroids....there could be a number of reasons. I work at a hospital, but you should ask a doctor or ask her why and recommend she see a doctor if she hasn't already.
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