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Alternate Names : Perimenopause, Postmenopause

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Menopause Symptoms & Signs

The potential symptoms of menopause, which can last from 1 to 3 years, include:

Hot flashes and skin flushing
Night sweats
Insomnia
Mood changes including frequent swings of irritability, depression, and anxiety
Irregular menstrual periods
Spotting of blood in between periods
Vaginal dryness and painful sexual intercourse
Decreased sex drive
Vaginal infections
Urinary tract infections

In addition, the long-term risks of menopause include:

Bone loss and eventual osteoporosis
Changes in cholesterol levels and heart disease

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Review Date : 10/4/2003
Reviewed By : Jacqueline A. Hart, M.D., Department of Internal Medicine, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Boston, Ma., and Senior Medical Editor, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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