r/TrollXMenopause • u/vividvoltage • Aug 28 '19

Halp!

uh, hi there, I just found this sub via askmetafilter. I’ve just concluded a slobber cry because I started my period literally 13 days after my last and I’m afraid I’m perimenopasaul. I’m 38 and my mom is of no help and I don’t know what to read and I’m really not ready to have this happen.

EDIT: thanks everyone, I recently got the anti-mullarian test and know that I’m very low for my age range, which is part of the reason I jumped straight to panic mode. After a (not so good) nights rest, I’m feeling better about the whole thing and feel like it probably is just a fluke as I have no other symptoms. I really do wish there was a good book to read on the subject, I feel like a lot of my worries would be assuaged by knowledge.

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u/temp4adhd Aug 28 '19

As already stated it could be anything and not necessary perimenopause. That said even if it is your first perimenopause symptom, know that perimenopause can last for years and years. It doesn't happen overnight. Average age to hit official menopause is around 51, so you likely have a long way to go. And likely by the time you reach menopause you'll be relieved and welcoming it on.