Question:

Once you reach menopause, do you still experience symptoms? I have been told that peri-menopuse is when you experience the symptoms and, after you stop having periods, the symptoms cease. How long do you have symptoms once you have not had a period for two years? Is depression a symptom?

Cecilia

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Answer:

Generally, the symptoms end within a year of reaching menopause. Your depression may be related to menopause, but probably not. You should see your physician – clinical depression is treatable. If it’s determined that your depression isn’t clinical, lifestyle changes and/or counseling could be the answer.