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Mature ladies out there: Menopause question? I'm confused!?
I'm 47 and have not had a period in over 5 years, sounds like early menopause but is not early for my family. (8 sisters and Mom all began this process in early 40's). So, out of the blue, I'm having a terrible, heavy,, I mean, HEAVY, period. Is this usual? I've had all of the other menopausal symptoms throughout these years and simply didn't think I had to worry about aunt Flo again.. Anyone have comments, experiences?
7 Answers
- Anonymous2 decades agoFavorite Answer
Sounds like a rush of a hormone? Which one not sure, I would see a doctor to get blood work done. You could be anemic? They might be able to help you with a pill? Or sometimes surgery? This is not normal after a 5 year break. Did you stop a medication suddenly? Been sick, in an accident? Sudden change in your life? the doctor will ask all those questions then order blood and urine test!
Source(s): done that! - sparkieLv 62 decades ago
I'm 45 and I'm starting to go through menopause. But I still have my periods. If I were you, I'd go get checked out. 5 years is a long time not to have one and then all of a sudden start bleeding that heavily. It's probably nothing to worry about, but it would set your mind at ease.
- 2 decades ago
If you haven't had a period in 5 years, then the bleeding could be something other than a period. You really need to get in to see your GYN asap.
- judy_derr38565Lv 62 decades ago
This is not normal after five years of not having a period, you need to get a pap test and get checked out to find out what is going on and to ease your own mind
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- wolfladyLv 62 decades ago
I agree with everyone else. Make an appointment. It could be nothing, but it could be something serious. Either way it's not normal. Do make a doctor's appointment as soon as possible.
- 2 decades ago
Please get a gyno exam. It could be hormonal, or an abnormality in the uterus or ovaries.
This happened to my mom and she had to have surgery. Everyone is different- find out what's going on with you before you compromise your health.
