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my period stopped for 5 months then returned for a few months and now has stoppe again. i am 52 years old and in good health is this because of periomenopause

By Anonymous September 19, 2017 - 10:38pm
 
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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing.

At 52, you are very likely to be in peri-menopause or even menopause itself. The average age of women who start menopause is 52.

Periods being irregular and stopping/restarting is one of the first signs. Menopause is a normal part of a woman's life cycle.
You can read more here (cut and paste): https://www.empowher.com/condition/perimenopause

Best,
Susan

September 20, 2017 - 4:28am
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