Erractic Periods

[D3MNR]

Hi all, wondering whether I should be concerned. Im 49 years old and hadn’t had a period since the beginning of February until a couple of weeks ago. This one was heavy and lasted 10 days and after which I have had a small amount of brown blood for 4 days. Is this the start of the menopause maybe?

[Anonduck]

It is likely the beginning of menopause, but I would say it’s worth a trip to a doctor or nurse, just to be sure and put your mind at ease

[sweetsusie]

Yup...have your doctor prescribe HRT for you (hormone replacement therapy).

[hypercat54]

Yes it definitely sounds like it. Erratic periods was my first sign I was starting it. If it becomes a problem ie night sweats, anxiety, depression etc. then I found HRT helped me a lot.

I always remember what a nurse told me - the change doesn't cause problems but it can make existing ones worse. I will say that once you get through the other side of it life is great! Make sure you use protection for at least 2 years though to avoid pregnancy. x