*Content reviewed by HotPause Health Medical Advisor & Board-Certified OB/GYN Beverly Joyce, MD, MSCP

Are Cramps In Perimenopause Normal?

HotPause Health Medical Advisor and OBGYN, Dr. Beverly Joyce explains why cramps in perimenopause and menopause are common. Cramps during perimenopause and menopause are a symptom that some women experience, despite the common association of cramps with the menstrual cycle.

As the body navigates hormonal fluctuations during the menopausal transition, various physical manifestations, including cramps can occur. These cramps may arise from changes in hormone levels, particularly the decrease in estrogen, which can affect the body in unexpected ways.

While not as frequently discussed as hot flashes or night sweats, menopausal cramps are part of the spectrum of symptoms that can accompany this significant hormonal shift.

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