Patient's question:
Female, 44 years old, really feeling troubled. Lately, she always lacks energy and makes frequent mistakes at work. She also often conflicts with her family. Is this menopause? Please ask: What are the early signs of menopause?Doctor's answer:
People of your age group may experience some degree of menopause. It's recommended that you don't get anxious and adjust your mindset. The six major symptoms of menopause are as follows:1. Irregular menstruation. Menopause can lead to longer menstrual intervals, irregular periods, and sudden cessation of menstruation without any prior warning.
2. Hot flashes. Redness on the cheeks in the afternoon, frequent sensations of heat waves in the chest, neck, and face, accompanied by sweating.
3. Thirst, nervousness, and palpitations. Suddenly feeling a rapid heartbeat for no apparent reason.
4. Dryness. Skin becoming sensitive, dry, and wrinkled, hair turning white or dull, and symptoms like dry mouth and a dry tongue.
5. Lower back pain. Due to bone loss, it may cause lower back and back pain.
6. Emotional changes. Becoming impatient, easily irritated, and anxious.