Perimenopause symptoms

Irregular cycles, hot flashes, sleep disruption, and mood shifts in your 40s often signal perimenopause. A provider can discuss hormone and non-hormone options online.

Also called: early menopause signs · irregular periods 40s · perimenopause vs menopause

Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD
MD · Board-Certified, Internal Medicine · Last reviewed

Get care for perimenopause symptoms online

Tell us what you need.

Menopause & HRT evaluation
Insurance or self-pay?

Seek urgent care or the ER if you have:

  • Symptoms that are sudden, severe, or rapidly worsening
  • High fever (over 103°F / 39.4°C) that doesn't respond to treatment
  • Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting, or confusion
  • Signs of dehydration — dizziness, dark urine, unable to keep fluids down
  • Symptoms in someone who is pregnant, immunocompromised, or over 65

Conditions related to perimenopause symptoms

These conditions may be associated with this topic. They are not a diagnosis or a ranked list of causes; follow the urgent-care guidance below.

Menopause symptoms

Menopause symptoms is related to this topic. Its presence here does not establish the cause of perimenopause symptoms or that acute symptoms can be treated online.

Menstrual irregularities

Menstrual irregularities is related to this topic. Its presence here does not establish the cause of perimenopause symptoms or that acute symptoms can be treated online.

Insomnia

Insomnia is related to this topic. Its presence here does not establish the cause of perimenopause symptoms or that acute symptoms can be treated online.

Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD — Medical Director
Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD

Board-Certified · Internal Medicine · Medical Director

4.9(2,612+ verified patient reviews)

All 50 states + DC·Video visit

Membership from $25

In-network: Aetna, BCBS, UnitedHealthcare +18 more plans

Board-certified Highly rated Loyal patients Popular

Next available

Open the full schedule below to find a time.

Common questions