Navigating Perimenopause

What is Perimenopause?

Perimenopause, or the menopause transition, begins several years before menopause. It's the time when the ovaries gradually begin to make less estrogen. It usually starts in a woman's 40s, but can start in her 30s or even earlier.

Why it Happens

During perimenopause, your body's production of estrogen and progesterone rises and falls unevenly. Many of the changes you experience during perimenopause are a result of decreasing estrogen.

Management & Care

Dr. R. S. Pardeshi emphasizes a proactive approach to perimenopause to ensure a smooth transition into menopause:

• Cycle Regulation: Low-dose birth control pills or progesterone therapy may be recommended.
• Managing Flow: Medical management for heavy bleeding.
• Nutritional Support: Focus on Calcium and Vitamin D.
• Stress Management: Addressing anxiety caused by hormonal fluctuations.