Your questions answered
A few of the things people often wonder about before booking. If there's something else on your mind, just ask, we're always happy to talk it through.
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It can be hard to tell, because your periods are often still coming, just less predictably. Signs like changes in your cycle, disrupted sleep, mood swings, brain fog, or hot flushes that come and go can all be part of it, sometimes starting in your early 40s or even late 30s. If you're feeling not quite yourself, it's worth a conversation.
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Not necessarily, perimenopause can begin years before menopause itself, and earlier than many people expect. It's one reason the changes often get put down to something else. If you're wondering, it's always worth checking.
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There's no single definitive test, we diagnose it mainly from your symptoms and history, though we may arrange blood tests to rule out other causes like thyroid problems. We'll work it out together rather than leave you guessing.
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Quite a lot, depending on what you're experiencing, from practical support for sleep, mood, and energy through to treatment options where they're appropriate. We'll find an approach that fits you and adjust it as things change.