early menopause?

[stressedout]

I am 41 and not had a period for 10 weeks. Usually a short cycle of 3 wks or less. Feel ok but could this be the start of the menopause? I am healthy and eat well, not over or underweight or on any medication etc. What are the other signs/symtoms? Partner had vasectomy 11 yrs ago so know I'm not preggers!

[lady_p_gold]

Well it seems a little early but it can happen. I would certainly have a pregnancy test just in case, it has been known for people to get pregnant despite their partner having a vasectomy !! Best thing is to have a blood test and then it will show your hormone levels and tell you if you are heading into the menopause.

[IggyB]

could it be the stree that your username refers to? this can stop your normal cycle.

i think you should make an appointment with the docs asap to get yourself checked out.

all the best

undercovers

[kitty1950]

I am 56 years old and for the last 3 years I have had 1 period a year which lasts for approx 4 weeks, it's very heavy with lots of blood clots, I have no others symptoms to suggest that I am going through the menopause but it affects everyone differently so if it isn't bothering you then don't worry about it but have a check up just to reassure yourself. By the way I have just finished my latest period last weekend which is good because I go on holiday on monday. all the best.

[dot.hawkes]

what you doin under the cover Iggy ? lol :)

[lubilu]

my friends husband had a vasectomy and she feel pregnant so dont rule it out get a test done then if your not pregnant go to your gp and he will check you over.good luck.