Elm in NJ Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 About 4 months ago, I started getting my periods every 20-21 days after being regular like clockwork for about 30 years. It only lasts for 3- 4 days.. very light day 1, heavy day 2, mild cramping, light day 3 and virtually nothing day 4. I turned 40 a month ago. Is this the onset of menopause? I spoke to my dr but she said that as long as it is not bothering me and I am not anemic, not to worry about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Hmm, it's possible. My mom (only 53) started symptoms when I was still in college, so she would have been around 40 then. Also, I find this happens to me when I'm "dieting"--eating less, and more healthfully (less fat especially). Have you made an effort in the last several months to change your diet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELaurie Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 What Your Doctor May Not tell You About Premenopause by Dr. John Lee. MD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Menopause can last up to 10 years, so it is possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 About 4 months ago, I started getting my periods every 20-21 days after being regular like clockwork for about 30 years. It only lasts for 3- 4 days.. very light day 1, heavy day 2, mild cramping, light day 3 and virtually nothing day 4. I turned 40 a month ago. Is this the onset of menopause? I spoke to my dr but she said that as long as it is not bothering me and I am not anemic, not to worry about it. This what happened to me @ 8-9 months ago. I went from 28 days to anywhere from 21-26. I saw a midwife who suggesteed progeterone cream, but I haven't started usingit yet. I turned 40 last month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G5052 Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 Medically, menopause means you haven't had a period in a year, and pre-menopause means that your hormones are beginning to taper off to the point that you notice changes. Nothing to be worried about, just your body winding down that function. I noticed a change when my cycle returned after my last baby (had her at 40), and I've been having more and more symptoms over the last 8 years. I'm still regular, but shorter "Auntie Flo" and hot flashes for the day or two before I start for the last 2-3 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinag Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 What Your Doctor May Not tell You About Premenopause by Dr. John Lee. MD I can't recommend this book enough. I have this book completely marked up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elm in NJ Posted November 11, 2008 Author Share Posted November 11, 2008 Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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