Sudden fatigue, memory lapses, or unpredictable periods… What if it wasn’t just stress or simple depression? For many women, certain physical or emotional changes are the first signs of a major hormonal upheaval: early menopause. An invisible yet very real phenomenon that can occur before the age of 45. Here are the signs you shouldn’t ignore to better understand your body.
Periods that play hide-and-seek: a first warning sign to heed.

When menstrual cycles become irregular (sometimes very close together, sometimes weeks apart), it can be a sign that ovulation is no longer following its usual pattern. This irregularity is often the first sign of perimenopause. Some women, like Naomi Watts, experienced menopause as early as age 36. Others, like Halle Berry, much later. Every journey is unique, but irregular periods remain an important characteristic.
Do you often feel the urge to urinate? It’s not always the bladder that’s responsible.

Do you need to go to the bathroom more often than usual? Hormonal changes also affect the muscle tone of the pelvic floor and bladder health. As a result, you may experience frequent urges to urinate, discomfort during urination, or even small, unexpected leaks. This isn’t inevitable, but it is a sign that your body is asking for a new kind of attention.

A tingling or burning sensation in the mouth? A little-known symptom

The burning sensation in the mouth, common in menopausal women, is rarely discussed. This strange phenomenon, sometimes accompanied by dryness or altered taste, is partly explained by the drop in estrogen levels. Like a subtle fire in the mouth, this symptom is often unfairly overlooked.
The well-known hot flashes: a familiar bodily warning sign.