Perimenopausal: meaning, definitions and examples
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perimenopausal
[ ˌperiˈmɛnəˌpoʊzəl ]
medical term
Perimenopausal refers to the transitional phase leading up to menopause. This stage is characterized by fluctuations in hormone levels and various physical and emotional symptoms. It typically occurs in women in their late 30s to early 50s.
Synonyms
menopausal transition, pre-menopausal
Examples of usage
- Many women experience mood swings during their perimenopausal phase.
- Symptoms such as hot flashes can begin in the perimenopausal stage.
- Medical advice is often sought during the perimenopausal years.
Translations
Translations of the word "perimenopausal" in other languages:
🇵🇹 perimenopausa
🇮🇳 परिमेनोपॉज़ल
🇩🇪 perimenopausal
🇮🇩 perimenopause
🇺🇦 перименопаузальний
🇵🇱 perimenopauzalny
🇯🇵 更年期前
🇫🇷 périménopause
🇪🇸 perimenopáusico
🇹🇷 perimenopozal
🇰🇷 폐경 전
🇸🇦 قبل انقطاع الطمث
🇨🇿 perimenopauzální
🇸🇰 perimenopauzálny
🇨🇳 围绝经期的
🇸🇮 perimenopavzalni
🇮🇸 perimenopausal
🇰🇿 периоменопаузалық
🇬🇪 პერიმენოპაუზალური
🇦🇿 perimenopozal
🇲🇽 perimenopáusico
Etymology
The term 'perimenopausal' is derived from the Latin prefix 'peri-', meaning 'around' or 'near', combined with the word 'menopause', which is constructed from the Greek words 'men' meaning 'month' and 'pauso' meaning 'to cease'. This clinical terminology emerged in the late 20th century as medical understanding of women's health and hormonal changes expanded. The concept of perimenopause has become increasingly prominent in health discussions, particularly as it relates to the aging female population and the importance of recognizing hormonal changes that can affect overall wellbeing.