Sudden fatigue, memory loss, or even unpredictable periods… What if it’s not just stress or simple depression? For many women, certain physical or emotional changes are the first signs of a major hormonal upheaval: early menopause. An invisible, but very real reality that can occur before the age of 45. Here are the signs you shouldn’t ignore to better listen to your body.
Rules that play hide-and-seek: a first signal to take into account
When menstrual cycles become irregular (sometimes very close together, sometimes weeks apart), it can be a sign that ovulation is no longer following its usual rhythm. This irregularity is often the first sign of perimenopause . Some women, like Naomi Watts, have experienced menopause as early as age 36. Others, like Halle Berry, much later. Every journey is unique, but period irregularity remains a prominent feature.
