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Could it be perimenopause?
You are still getting your period. You have had one hot flash, possibly. But you are not sleeping, your brain feels unreliable and everyone around you has suddenly become exceptionally irritating. Could this be perimenopause? In this episode of the She2.0 and WellnessMD podcast series, Jacquie talks with Dr. Daniela Steyn about what perimenopause actually is, how it differs from menopause and why symptoms can begin years before your final period. They also unpack the misconception that one hormone test can confirm or rule out perimenopause. Hormone levels fluctuate throughout the cycle, which means a result may appear normal even when a woman is experiencing disruptive symptoms. That does not mean blood work has no role. Testing can be helpful in certain circumstances and can also identify other health concerns that may cause or worsen similar symptoms. The important point is that menopause care requires more than a single number on a page. In this episode: • What perimenopause and menopause actually mean • Why symptoms can begin while periods are still regular • How early the menopause transition can begin • Why one blood test may not provide a complete answer • When hormone testing may still be helpful • Other blood work worth discussing with your healthcare provider • Sleep disruption, brain fog, anxiety and irritability • Fertility and ovulation during perimenopause • What happens when an IUD or hysterectomy makes periods an unreliable clue • The connection between menopause symptoms and confidence at work • Why previously manageable ADHD symptoms may become harder to manage • Bone, heart and metabolic health during the transition • Why early menopause deserves medical attention • The importance of advocating for yourself This series was created in partnership with WellnessMD. She2.0 provides general information and conversation, not medical advice. The opinions and claims expressed by guests are their own and are not necessarily endorsed by She2.0. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.





