Hot flashes and mood swings: why perimenopausal symptoms get misdiagnosed and how to treat them
Briefly

Karen Cummings’ experience illustrates the complex challenges women face during perimenopause, highlighting the misconception of needing antidepressants instead of recognizing hormonal changes.
Dr. Brittanny Keeler emphasizes that many women feel hopeless during menopause transitions, often misdiagnosed without understanding their symptoms arise from hormonal shifts.
According to Dr. Katie Unverferth, hormonal dysregulation during perimenopause affects mood significantly, yet many doctors fail to recognize this, mistaking it for other issues.
An alarming trend is noted, where the prescription of antidepressants increases in women around their mid-40s as they experience perimenopausal symptoms.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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