Evaluation & Management of Bleeding in Perimenopausal Women

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The perimenopause is defined as the onset of intermenstrual cycle variability (±7 days) through two years after the final menstrual period. Menopause is achieved after 12 completed months of amenorrhea. During the menopausal transition, menstrual cycle inconsistencies are a reflection of the decreasing number of ovarian follicles and the resulting variability of hormone secretion and oligovulation.