Perimenopause
Coverage of Perimenopause in the Nexus archive.
- AOC documents egg-freezing journey, takes aim at Trump admin over women's reproductive choices
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez revealed her decision to freeze her eggs, framing the procedure as an act of self-empowerment and control over her future. She used the personal announcement to criticize the Trump administration regarding women's reproductive policies. Furthermore, she stressed that women are often not taught enough about comprehensive aspects of their bodies and health.
- When Suzie hit her 40s, she put her thinning hair, irritability, wired brain and palpitations down to the perimenopause. Then she started to mysteriously lose weight...
Suzie in her 40s attributed symptoms like thinning hair, irritability, wired brain, and palpitations to perimenopause before experiencing unexplained weight loss. She initially linked her physical and emotional changes to menopause but later faced a mysterious weight loss issue.
- I thought perimenopause and middle age were making me exhausted. After years of searching for answers, I learned I had severe sleep apnea.
The author experienced chronic exhaustion for years, attributing it to perimenopause and middle age, but a sleep study revealed she had severe sleep apnea. Despite trying hormone treatments and other remedies, her fatigue persisted until the correct diagnosis was made.
- Melinda French Gates: It Took Three Doctors to Diagnose My Perimenopause
Melinda French Gates discusses her experience with delayed perimenopause diagnosis and shares health practices in Healthful's first episode. She focuses on improving women's healthcare in America through her work.
- Melinda French Gates on perimenopause: It took 3 doctors to diagnose me
Melinda French Gates discussed her experience with perimenopause, which took three doctors to diagnose, and her philanthropic efforts focused on women's health in the first episode of Norah O'Donnell's 'Healthful' podcast.
- Melinda French Gates: "It took me three doctors to really diagnose" my perimenopause symptoms
Melinda French Gates experienced perimenopause symptoms in her early 40s, three years after having her last child in her late 30s. It took three doctors to diagnose her symptoms and provide appropriate treatment.
- There’s a lot of hype around perimenopause. Don’t buy it.
Perimenopause is increasingly discussed due to social media and TV doctors, but the article cautions against oversimplified claims. It highlights that perimenopause lacks a reliable diagnostic test, symptoms vary widely, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment option with both benefits and risks.
- Can You Combine HRT and Medical Weight Loss? Understanding How to Stack Treatments
The article discusses combining hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and medical weight loss to address interconnected health issues like weight gain, low energy, and hormonal imbalances. Rejuvime Medical highlights that therapies such as HRT, which includes estrogen therapy for women during perimenopause and menopause, can complement medical weight loss programs using medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide to improve overall health outcomes.
- I put my insomnia down to drinking and perimenopause. Then a scan revealed my LIVER could be to blame... and it affects more women than you think. Here's how to find out if you have it too: GEORGINA FULLER
A woman initially attributed her insomnia to drinking and perimenopause, but a scan revealed her liver might be the cause. The article highlights that liver-related insomnia affects more women than commonly recognized.
- Natalie Imbruglia, 51, reveals she has been diagnosed with ADHD and OCD as she recalls going to 'very dark places' and says perimenopause made her 'really angry'
Natalie Imbruglia disclosed her ADHD and OCD diagnoses, reflecting on experiencing 'very dark places' and attributing increased anger to perimenopause.
- Perimenopause goes viral, and doctors field the fallout
Perimenopause has become a cultural flashpoint, with nearly 95% of women reporting fatigue and exhaustion instead of typical symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, according to a global survey published in Menopause. The disparity between actual experiences and widely recognized symptoms is creating real-time challenges.
- Gemma Collins, 45, unveils new look as she details her struggle with perimenopause after revealing her wish to become a mother
Gemma Collins, 45, has unveiled a new look and discussed her perimenopause struggles following her announcement of wanting to become a mother.
- I was tired, forgetting words and had brittle nails and hair. Doctors blamed perimenopause... but then I found the real cause. This is what it does to your thyroid, why it's on the rise - and the 50p supplement that fixed me
The article discusses symptoms like tiredness, word forgetfulness, brittle nails, and hair initially blamed on perimenopause, but later linked to a thyroid issue. The author attributes their recovery to a 50p supplement, highlighting rising thyroid problems and their solution.
- Anna saw doctors 20 times and was told her heavy periods were down to her age, IBS and perimenopause. But this was the real problem... and the terrifying surgery she had to undergo to survive it
Anna visited doctors 20 times and was told her heavy periods were caused by age, IBS, and perimenopause, but she ultimately faced a life-threatening condition requiring urgent surgery. The misdiagnosis delayed treatment until a critical intervention became necessary.
- Zoe Ball fights back tears as she says panic attacks and 'crippling anxiety' brought on by perimenopause and the grief of her mother's death left her struggling to get through Radio 2 shows
Zoe Ball discussed panic attacks and 'crippling anxiety' linked to perimenopause and the grief of her mother's death, which affected her ability to host Radio 2 shows. She fought back tears while addressing these challenges.
- Architect going through perimenopause took her own life after 'brain fog' left her worried she would lose successful career
An architect experiencing perimenopause took her own life after struggling with 'brain fog' that caused fear of losing her successful career. The incident highlights the mental health challenges faced during menopause transitions.
- As a perimenopausal 47-year-old woman, my libido crashed - until I started HRT. Now I date 20-somethings. I know it's not just me - my friends have wild stories too…
A 47-year-old perimenopausal woman experienced a significant drop in libido, which improved after starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT). She now dates younger men and notes similar experiences among her friends.
- Misinformation about perimenopause on social media ‘putting women at risk’
Misinformation about perimenopause on social media is increasing risks for women, including unintended pregnancies, unnecessary medication, and missed diagnoses. Experts warn of these dangers, while awareness efforts like Davina McCall's documentary on menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) have raised visibility.
- Why perimenopause is actually a ‘window of opportunity’ for your health
The article discusses how perimenopause, often viewed negatively, can be a critical period for improving women's health through proactive measures. It highlights the potential for health optimization during this transitional phase.
- Opinion: How the perimenopause movement is hurting women
The article discusses the perimenopause awareness movement, which highlights symptoms like brain fog, weight gain, and insomnia as key indicators of perimenopause. It questions the validity of these claims and raises concerns about potential misinformation spread through social media.
- The intimate gadgets which can REVERSE embarrassing perimenopause symptoms: It's the dispiriting side effect which too many women suffer with in silence - but a sexual wellness technology revolution is coming to the rescue
Sexual wellness technology is emerging as a solution to help women manage embarrassing perimenopause symptoms that are often suffered in silence. The article highlights how intimate gadgets can help reverse or alleviate these challenging side effects of perimenopause.
- The intimate gadgets which can REVERSE embarrassing perimenopause symptoms: It's the dispiriting side effect which too many women suffer with in silence - but a sexual wellness technology revolution is coming to the rescue
The article discusses how sexual wellness technology and intimate gadgets are being developed to help women manage perimenopause symptoms. This emerging market represents a shift toward addressing previously stigmatized health issues that many women experience silently during this life stage.
- Leading dietician reveals the secret to managing debilitating perimenopause symptoms... and it begins on your PLATE: 'These foods could be making hot flushes worse'
A leading dietician shares the secret to managing debilitating perimenopause symptoms, which starts with dietary changes on one's plate. Certain foods can exacerbate hot flushes. Managing these symptoms is crucial for women's health.
- Perimenopause destroyed my sex drive. I thought taking HRT would restore it, but it didn't work. Then a prescription changed my life. Here's what you must tell your doctor to get hold of it
A woman's sex drive was destroyed during perimenopause and hormone replacement therapy did not help, but a prescription changed her life. She wants to inform others about the treatment. The treatment restored her sex drive.
- Perimenopause destroyed my sex drive. I thought taking HRT would restore it, but it didn't work. Then a prescription changed my life. Here's what you must tell your doctor to get hold of it
A woman's sex drive was destroyed during perimenopause and hormone replacement therapy did not help, but a prescription changed her life. She wants to inform others about this option. The article discusses her experience with perimenopause and treatment.
- Women seeking treatment for menopause symptoms face shortage of estrogen patches
Women experiencing perimenopause and menopause are facing challenges in accessing estrogen patches, a key treatment for symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats due to a growing shortage.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
A personal trainer experienced rapid weight gain at 46 due to perimenopause and developed a 12-week program to reset her metabolism and body. The program successfully addressed weight loss challenges during perimenopause by targeting metabolic sabotage.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
A personal trainer shares her experience of unexpected weight gain at 46 due to perimenopause and the 12-week program that helped reset her metabolism and body. The article highlights challenges of perimenopause on weight management and offers a structured solution.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
A personal trainer (PT) shares her experience of sudden weight gain at age 46 due to perimenopause and details a 12-week program that successfully reset her metabolism and body. The article highlights strategies to combat perimenopause-related weight challenges.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
The article details a 12-week weight loss program developed by a personal trainer who experienced unexpected weight gain during perimenopause. The program successfully reset her metabolism and body.
- How Melissa Joan Hart lost 18lbs of 'perimenopausal weight gain' as Sabrina The Teenage Witch star marks her 50th birthday
Melissa Joan Hart, known for her role in Sabrina the Teenage Witch, lost 18lbs of perimenopausal weight gain as she celebrated her 50th birthday. The article highlights her weight loss journey and milestone birthday.
- My fitness coach husband constantly told me to use weights yet I ignored him. But after piling on the pounds in perimenopause, I finally decided to try. Now, aged 47, I've lost three stone in a year... and love showing off my super-toned arms!
A woman ignored her fitness coach husband's advice to use weights until perimenopause led to weight gain. After a year of weightlifting, she lost three stone and is proud of her toned arms.
- My fitness coach husband constantly told me to use weights yet I ignored him. But after piling on the pounds in perimenopause, I finally decided to try. Now, aged 47, I've lost three stone in a year... and love showing off my super-toned arms!
The article details a woman's journey of ignoring her fitness coach husband's advice on using weights until perimenopause led her to finally try. She lost three stone in a year and is now proud of her toned arms.