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Ask Emily — menopause

QUESTION:

What symptoms can I expect during menopause?

ANSWER:

In the years surrounding menopause, you can expect a wide range of symptoms. Because each woman is different, there is no set pattern to menopausal symptoms. We do know that many women experience various combinations of hot flashes, anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, irritability, mood swings, depression, diminished sexual desire, irregular periods, weight gain, vaginal dryness, bloating or gas, headaches, joint pain or stiffness. Adrenal imbalance may also develop. Symptoms also vary widely in frequency and intensity, and some women may have very few.

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Last Modified: 04/18/2011

 


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