Diagnosis of menopause and perimenopause
The diagnosis of menopause is based on factors such as the age of the woman and signs and symptoms observed.
Absence of periods for a span of 1 year along with other features of menopause is usually diagnostic.
Measurement of the FSH levels in the body is also considered as a diagnostic feature.
The doctor may advise additional tests that may need to be repeated periodically in order to check for any abnormal changes in the body.
Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: April 22, 2012