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When will my periods stop? I am 55 years old
4 Answers
The average for menopause is 48-52 but there are many factors that can affect your individual time table. There is some correlation amongst family members. If you have older sisters you can get some info by seeing when they stopped menstruating. Your Gynecologist can perform some blood tests to help get a sense of how well your ovaries are working.
You’ll be able to stop at the age of 5 European should stop at the age of 5250 1-52 years. Mention it to your doctor as she might scheduled an ultrasound and an endometrial biopsy
There is no way to know for certain. The average age of menopause is 51.5 years old. It is very normal for you to still have a menstrual cycle. If your menstrual cycles are not regular or you have intermenstrual bleeding please contact your Gyn physician right away.
Chunjai P. Clarkson
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
Most likely soon. The mean age of menopause is 51. However, there is a range at which clinical menopause occurs (defined as one year with no periods) and some people experience menopause later. Bleeding after menopause should be evaluated with an exam and in most cases endometrial biopsy. Evaluation by an Obgyn would be a good idea since endometrial cancer and hyperplasia (precancer), and benign conditions such as endometrial polyps, uterine fibroids are often seen in the perimenopausal and postmenopausal years. It is also the perfect time to go over menopausal symptoms, risks/benefits of hormonal therapy, cancer screening etc.