Have I gone through the menopause after my periods have stopped?

You are considered through the menopause when you have not had a period for about 2 years.

Many women find that their periods can stop and start for quite a while before they stop for good so if you have only just missed a period, you may have a way to go - although there are a few lucky women whose periods just stop suddenly and that's it!

Eileen Durward