Different Types of Menopaus...

A lot of females do not have a lot of knowledge about menopause even though it is something we all will experience at some point in our lives. To create a segway and prepare ourselves for this time, it is good for us to learn something new about it as often as we can. This way, whatever questions you have, or fear surrounding menopause may be quelled.

Hence, we have curated more information for you regarding menopause. If you’re starting from the beginning and just want to dive into the basics of menopause, you can read this blog Menopause - Signs, Symptoms & How to deal with it. where we talked about what menopause is, its signs, symptoms, and more. That would be a great start for you to know what menopause is and you can come back to this when you’ve settled into the understanding of what menopause is.

But for a quick recap, Menopause comes after going 12 months without seeing our period. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at all the different phases that a woman goes through before, during, and after menopause. Without further ado, let’s dive right in.

Three Different Phases of Menopause

Here are the three different phases of natural menopause which is not caused by any type of surgical or medical treatment. These are the natural phases of experiencing menopause the natural way (1). These three phases are:

• Perimenopause.

This phase is also known as the “menopause transition” phase because it begins years, usually up to 10 years, before menopause. In this phase, the ovaries slowly make less estrogen and there is a quicker drop in the levels of estrogen 1 or 2 years before menopause. This phase ends until menopause begins and the ovaries stop releasing eggs. Hence, women need to be careful because less estrogen doesn’t mean they cannot get pregnant until the menopause phase. During perimenopause, women may experience various symptoms of menopause (2).

• Menopause.

In this phase, a woman’s menstrual cycle completely stops and she won’t be able to get pregnant again because her ovaries have stopped releasing eggs for fertilization and they make most of their estrogen. This phase comes with several troubling symptoms that a woman needs to be aware of to find different ways to get through them.

• Postmenopause.

This phase is considered the period after menopause, around 10 years post-menopause. In this phase, the menopausal VMS - symptoms - like night sweats and hot flashes start to ease. However, women need to be conscious about their health because this phase opens them up to the risk of various health conditions, like osteoporosis, because of the loss of increase in estrogen levels. During this phase, it is best to be in close contact with your physician.

If you’re struggling with having a good night’s sleep during any of these phases, check out this blog we’ve curated for you to provide you with tips that will help you get a good night’s rest. At VinzBerry, we create personal care products for women that will help them embrace every part of them. Self-care doesn’t stop during and after menopause and we want you to feel your absolute best. Explore our range of products to incorporate into your lifestyle today at VinzBerry.

FAQs

Q. What are the first stages of menopause?

A: There are three stages or phases of menopause and they are perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause.

Q. How long is the menopause stage?

A: The menopause stage/phase usually lasts for about seven years but it can be as long as 14 years.

Q. What is the most common menopause symptom?

A: Hot flashes or flushes and night sweats are some of the most common menopause symptoms.

Q. Is late menopause good or bad?

A: Late menopause has been associated with having reduced overall cause mortality and longer reproductive span. It is also linked with an increased risk of endometrial, breast, and ovarian cancers (3).

Q. Can periods restart after menopause?

A: There is still some possibility that you may have your period up to a year after your last one. However, it is not normal to bleed after going 12 months without your period. Regardless, 1 in 10 women experience spotting or bleeding after their menopause.

Q. How do I know when menopause is finished?

A: When you're in your postmenopausal phase, you don’t experience your menstrual period for longer than 12 consecutive months.

References

1. https://twc-ms.com/symptoms-and-types-of-menopause/
2. https://www.webmd.com/menopause/menopause-basics#1-4
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3955043/#:~:text=Delayed%20menopause%20has%20been%20found,%2C%20endometrial%2C%20and%20ovarian%20cancers.