When most people think of menopause, they think of hot flashes and night sweats.
There are over 40 different symptoms – many of them that women are never warned about.
That’s why so many of us end up thinking we’re “just stressed,” “burnt out,” or even “losing it” – when really, our hormones are shifting.
Here is the latest FULL Menopause symptoms list
Physical Symptoms
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Irregular or missed periods (perimenopause)
- Vaginal dryness
- Painful intercourse
- Recurrent UTIs or vaginal infections
- Urinary urgency or incontinence
- Breast tenderness or changes
- Bloating
- Weight gain (esp. belly fat)
- Slower metabolism
- Muscle loss
- Joint pain / stiffness
- Headaches or migraines (new or worsening)
- Dizziness / vertigo
- Heart palpitations or irregular heartbeat
- Dry eyes
- Dry skin / itchy skin
- Hair thinning or hair loss
- Increased facial hair
- Brittle nails
- Changes in body odor
- Tingling in hands and feet
- Burning mouth syndrome
- Gum problems / dental issues
Cognitive & Emotional Symptoms
26. Brain fog
27. Forgetfulness / poor memory
28. Trouble concentrating
29. Anxiety
30. Irritability
31. Mood swings
32. Low mood / depression
33. Loss of confidence
34. Panic attacks
35. Reduced resilience to stress
Sleep & Energy
36. Difficulty falling asleep
37. Waking in the night (esp. 1–4am)
38. Restless sleep / non-deep sleep
39. Fatigue (despite rest)
40. Lower daytime energy
41. Restless legs syndrome
Sexual & Reproductive
42. Low libido
43. Vaginal thinning (atrophy)
44. Vaginal discomfort (itching, burning)
45. Painful sex (dyspareunia)
46. Shorter / lighter / heavier periods (peri)
47. Changes in menstrual cycle length
None of these symptoms mean you’re “broken” and NONE of these symptoms should be still apparent years later – with the right protocols ALL symptoms should see a reduction within months
What symptoms are you struggling with?
