The perimenopause is characterized by fluctuating hormone levels which cause symptoms of estrogen deficiency and excess accompanied by inadequate or absent progesterone production. Some of these symptoms, however, can occur at any time in woman's life and may not be indicative of perimenopause. The following questionnaire can help to determine if your symptoms are more likely to be caused by the perimenopause than other disorders such as PMS, depression, or other illnesses.
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