i am 48 and suffered heavy periods every 2 weeks for years, ...

Menopause at your age is very likely. It really isn't confirmed until a year of stopped periods but your doctor can explain more to you. Be sure you have your annual gyn visit and discuss more about this.

Sometimes it's been said that the older you were when you started menstruating, the earlier you'll get into menopause. Not a hard, fast rule, but I've heard it.

For more about menopause read here: MENOPAUSE

This page is for symptoms of menopause. You can click on the other sections for a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of menopause.

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i also have rectal pain and weight gain

When was the last time you saw your gynecologist? They usually do rectal exams during your annual exam.

Weight gain is not uncommon after entering menopause. You can exercise more and eat less…yet still find yourself gaining weight…especially in the waist and thigh areas. Not to mention being more stressed and fatigued, experiencing mood swings and just not feeling your best in general.

The source of rectal pain can be difficult to diagnose. As a result, a number of different causes have been associated with it. It may occur with diarrhea and constipation, or with hemorrhoids.

It may also be caused by an anal fissure, which is a small tear in the muscles in the area. Other possible causes of rectal pain include cancer, infection, inflammatory diseases such as Crohn's disease, colitis, or rectal prolapse.




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that was a answer a high school student could have given the same reply, i am new to this and i expected more

Another expert agreed with my answer...are you sure you read the material I advised you to look at?

What else were you looking for? Barbara


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Relist: I still need help.
a little history, yes i have seen my obgyn, she says i am not in menopause not even peri, there were was cysts on my ovaries and i am not sure if she said uterius or cervix,she thinks maybe hormonal, i apologize for my remark yesrerday, i am lots of pain in my back and side,was not having good day, please any advice and i will take it and press the accept sign thank you cindy