Allergies have become increasingly common. People can be allergic to a vast array of
products including medication, foods, pollen, household products and chemicals and
many more. Sometimes it is difficult to know exactly what is causing allergic reactions
and other times it is very obvious. You may need further tests to find out what you are
allergic to, which a family physician can organise.
Menopause occurs when women stop having periods and producing eggs. It can happen as early as 35 or as late as 60 but usually around the age of 51. The lead-up to menopause is called perimenopause and the first sign is a dramatic change in the pattern of the menstrual cycle. After 12 months of no periods, it is officially called menopause.
Perimenopause refers to the time during which the body makes the natural transition to menopause and can start from a few months before menopause to up to 10 years before. At this stage, women may start to experience menopause symptoms.
During this time, women can get pregnant as ovulation is still occurring, so it is important to take steps in preventing unwanted pregnancies.
Perimenopause is diagnosed by a women’s symptoms. A blood test to check your hormone levels can be done but as they fluctuate throughout perimenopause several blood tests may need to be done.
Perimenopause does not always require treatment unless the symptoms are bothersome. If you would like any further information, then book into see Dr Ruhil and Cornerstone Clinic for a consultation.
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