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I was diagnosed as Peri-menopausal at age 40. I'm 43 now and I haven't had a period for 15 months. Yesterday, after suffering PMT like symptoms for what seemed like ages, I started a period. I am somewhat surprised as I thought after 12 months without them, I wouldn't have any more. Am I still in the Peri phase or can you have periods when you have started the menopause? I'm a bit confused!
Some do say that it is only 1 year but I go with the 2 year rule as it is quite common to get a period after a year or so.
The only problem with this is that you have to start counting from the beginning again! However, it is also a good idea to get this checked out by your doctor as well
Eileen Durward
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