noun
- Plural of perimenopause; the transitional period before menopause during which a woman's body undergoes hormonal changes, typically lasting several years.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Often used interchangeably with 'perimenopause' in medical contexts
Examples
- Many women experience irregular periods during their premenopauses.
- Doctors often discuss symptom management strategies with patients in their premenopauses.
- Hot flashes and mood swings are common during premenopauses.
- The duration of premenopauses varies significantly from woman to woman.
- Hormone levels fluctuate considerably throughout premenopauses.