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Menopause is the permanent end of menstrual periods and is reached at a median age of about 51–52; it is typically preceded by the menopausal transition (perimenopause). Early signs of the transition include cycle changes such as skipping periods or a more-than-seven-day change in cycle length (now easier to detect with cycle-tracking devices). The transition often begins around age 47 on average but can start much earlier — earlier onset usually means a longer, more symptomatic transition. Sixty days or more of amenorrhea marks the late transition, and from that point about 95% of women will have their final menstrual period within the next four years. Symptoms can begin in the mid-to-late 30s for some women and include irregular bleeding patterns, heavy or painful periods, acne, hair loss, sleep problems, and mood swings; women with earlier menstrual irregularities may have a more complicated course and often need treatment.

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