Menstrual Cycle Changes as Women Approach the Final Menses

This article describes the STRAW+10 bleeding criteria for recognizing onset of the early and late menopausal transition, as well as the specific bleeding changes a woman may experience during this life stage, including how women ’s bleeding experiences differ. The high probability of episodes of excessive and prolonged bleeding as women approach their final menstrual period is documented, as is the continuing probability of ovulation as women reach their final menstrual period.

Source: Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics - October 26, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Siob án D. Harlow Source Type: research