Signs and symptoms

Is it perimenopause? What the common and less-known symptoms are, how it's diagnosed and when to see your GP.

What is early menopause, and what if it happens before 40?

Early menopause means periods stopping before 45; before 40 it's called premature menopause or POI. The signs, causes, how it's diagnosed and why hormone treatment matters, in Ireland and the UK.

3 November 2026 5 min read

Signs and symptoms

What are the signs of perimenopause?

Changing periods, hot flushes, poor sleep, low mood and brain fog are among the common signs. What the HSE and NHS list, how it's diagnosed and when to see your GP.

1 November 2026 4 min read

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