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diagnosing the menopause

If you think you are experiencing menopausal symptoms and find them difficult to deal with, see your GP.

Your GP should be able to confirm that you have the menopause by considering your age, whether or not you are still having periods and by asking about your symptoms.

There is no definitive test to diagnose the menopause, although measuring the level of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in your blood can occasionally help confirm a diagnosis. This is because FSH rises in women who are menopausal. However, a high level of FSH alone is not enough to make a diagnosis.

For information about treating menopausal symptoms follow this link