What symptoms are considered menopausal?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Some women may experience the following symptoms:
(1) Irregular menstruation.
(2) Flashes of heat.
(3) More noticeable fluctuations in blood pressure, which may lead to emotional instability, irritability, personality changes, memory loss, etc.
(4) Potential development of coronary heart disease or diabetes.
(5) Possible occurrence of lower back, shoulder, and limb pain. Some women may also experience periarthritis of the shoulder or cervical spondylosis.