Patient's question:
Recently, my menstrual cycle has been irregular. For the past few months, the flow has been light, and the last time it was heavy. It has been 40 days since the last period, and it still hasn't come. What is the normal age for menopause?Doctor's answer:
Generally, it is normal for women to experience menopause between the ages of 45 and 55. If a woman has not had a menstrual period for more than a year, it is considered menopause. In your case, it is possible that the irregular menstruation is caused by endocrine disorders during perimenopause. It is recommended that you visit a gynecology department in a hospital to undergo an ultrasound examination of the uterus or a color Doppler ultrasound, as well as a blood test for six sex hormones. Based on the examination results, the cause can be identified, and targeted treatment can then be administered.