adjective
- relating to or occurring during the period of transition leading up to menopause, typically characterized by hormonal fluctuations and irregular menstrual cycles
Usage: medical/clinical term; commonly used in healthcare contexts
Examples
- Many women experience perimenopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and mood changes.
- Her doctor explained that perimenopausal bleeding patterns can be unpredictable.
- Perimenopausal women may benefit from lifestyle adjustments and medical support.
- The perimenopausal transition can last several years before menopause occurs.
- She was in her mid-forties and beginning to experience perimenopausal symptoms.