perimenopause

/ ˌpɛrɪˈmɛnəʊˌpɔːz /

noun

1. the period leading up to the menopause during which some of the symptoms associated with menopause may be experienced

Derived Forms

• ˌperiˌmenoˈpausal, adjective

Example Sentences

The chances of experiencing prolapse also goes up in general with age, as estrogen levels decrease the strength of the connective tissues in the area during perimenopause.

From Salon

Halle Berry says her doctor was convinced she had the ‘worst case of herpes’ he had ever seen when she described symptoms related to perimenopause.

From Los Angeles Times

Hall noted that by the time women hit 54, most women are in perimenopause or menopause, when their reproductive years come to an end.

From Los Angeles Times

McGee, now 55, said that her period had slowed down recently, leading her to believe she was in perimenopause when she got pregnant.

From Los Angeles Times

So even though my joints ache and my body slips into perimenopause, even though my marriage is going through a rough patch and my creative practice has seemingly died, I know I’ll be OK.

From Los Angeles Times