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What Causes Thick Vaginal Mucus Discharge, Hot Flashes And PMS Symptoms?

Posted on Thu, 23 Jul 2015

Question: Lately I've been experiencing a lot of very thick vaginal mucous. I am almost 47. My periods have also only lasted 1-2 days. Hot flashes are also getting more frequent. I have PMS symptoms most of the time as well. Even when it's not near the time of my periods. Does it sound like I am close to menopause?

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, you may be close to menopause.

Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am,
Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I can understand your concerns.
Hot flashes and other symptoms occurs due to low estrogen levels.
It can starts 2-3 yrs before starting menopause and continue for 6 months to 2 yrs.
You should start taking calcium and take healthy and nutritious diet.
Do some yoga and meditation.
Hope it is useful, feel free to discuss more questions.
Good luck.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Richa Agarwal (1 hour later)

At what age do periods usually become irregular in perimenopause

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Usually at the age of 41-45 yrs.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It is as early as 40 yrs or late by 45 yr.
It depends upon your estrogen levels.
Hope found useful.
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar