{"id":31335,"date":"2026-05-04T18:37:55","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/progyny.com\/?p=31335"},"modified":"2026-05-04T18:39:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:39:40","slug":"is-this-menopause-what-to-do-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progyny.com\/blog\/fertility-in-the-workplace\/is-this-menopause-what-to-do-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Is this menopause? Why so many women are left guessing, and what to do next"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hot flashes may be the symptom most people associate with menopause, but for many women, the first signs are less obvious &#8211; and easier to dismiss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can start with waking up at 3 a.m. and not being able to fall back asleep. Or suddenly feeling more anxious than usual. Maybe you\u2019re forgetting words in the middle of a conversation, struggling to focus at work, or noticing your periods have become less predictable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Symptoms aren\u2019t always obvious, and, as a result, many women spend years wondering what\u2019s happening to their bodies before realizing the answer may be perimenopause or menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Could this be menopause?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Menopause is officially defined as 12 consecutive months without a period, and it typically occurs between ages 45-55 though it can sometimes occur earlier in life for a certain proportion of women. The transition time leading up to menopause, known as perimenopause, can begin years earlier &#8212; sometimes as early as your late 30s or early 40s. During this time, changing hormone levels can affect nearly every system in the body, and symptoms can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trouble concentrating,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.urmc.rochester.edu\/news\/story\/what-causes-brain-fog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brain fog<\/a>, or difficulty finding words\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anxiety, irritability, or depression\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Difficulty sleeping, insomnia, or waking up in the middle of the night\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letstalkmenopause.org\/our-articles\/symptom-spotlight-joint-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joint pain<\/a>\u00a0or body aches\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Irregular periods or changes in your cycle\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hot flashes or night sweats\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vaginal dryness or discomfort\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heart palpitations or a racing feeling in your chest\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many women don\u2019t realize these symptoms may be connected. Instead, they can seem unrelated, and they\u2019re treated that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why so many women are left guessing\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Women often seek help symptom by symptom and specialist by specialist, spending months &#8211; or years &#8211; trying to get answers. Brain fog may lead to a neurologist. Anxiety or mood changes may lead to a therapist or psychiatrist. Sleep problems may lead to a sleep study. Irregular periods may lead to repeated OB-GYN visits. And heart palpitations may result in a visit to a cardiologist or even the emergency room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem isn\u2019t that these symptoms aren\u2019t taken seriously &#8211; it\u2019s that they\u2019re rarely looked at together as one whole picture. Progyny refers to this as fragmented care, and it can create unnecessary costs, frustration, and delayed treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why menopause care often falls short\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One reason so many women struggle to get answers is that the healthcare system isn\u2019t designed to support menopause care well. Despite affecting more than 50 million women in the U.S., most providers have very little training on how to diagnose and treat it. In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30711122\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">only 6.8% of primary care providers (including ob\/gyn; internal and family medicine physicians) feel adequately prepared<\/a> to help women manage menopause symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a result, women are often told they\u2019re simply experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout, or aging, and they\u2019re offered treatment one symptom at a time. When care is provided through a system of trial and error, women often pay the price in time, cost, and quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Menopause\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0stay outside of work\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When menopause symptoms go unsupported, the effects don\u2019t stay at home. Sleep disruption, anxiety, brain fog, and difficulty concentrating can make it harder to stay focused, participate confidently in meetings, or keep up with the demands of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/37115119\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">11% of women report missing work due to symptoms<\/a>, and nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/biote.com\/learning-center\/biote-women-in-the-workplace-survey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 in 5 women have considered leaving their jobs entirely<\/a> because of the impact menopause has had on their lives and careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Menopause&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;just a health issue&nbsp;\u2014&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;a workplace issue.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What good menopause care looks like\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good menopause care should help you understand&nbsp;what\u2019s&nbsp;happening, connect you with providers who are trained in&nbsp;evidence-based best practice&nbsp;menopause&nbsp;care, and give you support between visits. It should include:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access to menopause-trained providers who understand the full range of symptoms\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A coordinated care plan that addresses both physical and emotional health\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coaching and support between appointments\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Education that helps you recognize symptoms earlier\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Treatment options that may include hormone therapy, non-hormonal medications, nutrition support, sleep support, and mental health care\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Help navigating next steps\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Progyny\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/progyny.com\/for-individuals\/menopause-and-midlife-care-benefit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Menopause and Midlife Care<\/a> solution is designed around this comprehensive approach. Members have access to menopause-trained providers, ongoing clinical coaching, and personalized treatment plans that address the root cause of symptoms, not just the symptoms themselves. This holistic approach, combining education, access, and integrated care, results in faster recognition of symptoms, fewer misdiagnoses, and better outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0have to figure this out alone\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve been wondering whether what you\u2019re experiencing could be menopause, trust yourself. You\u2019re not imagining it, you\u2019re not alone, and you deserve care that supports you during this stage of life and helps you feel like yourself again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Better menopause care may already be available through your employer benefits. Talk to your HR or benefits team to learn whether your organization offers Progyny\u2019s Menopause and Midlife Care benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start the conversation in your workplace with these resources:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/progyny.com\/blog\/menopause-support-in-the-workplace-a-guide-for-employers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Menopause support in the workplace: A guide for employers<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/progyny.com\/education\/menopause\/menopause-frequently-asked-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Menopause: Frequently asked questions<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hot flashes may be the symptom most people associate with menopause, but for many women, the first signs are less [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":45,"featured_media":31336,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[574,582,440,250,586,579,587,589,593],"tags":[492,537,300],"class_list":["post-31335","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-audience","category-benefit-trends","category-blog","category-fertility-in-the-workplace","category-individual","category-menopause-care","category-symptom-management","category-talk-to-hr","category-womens-health","tag-menopause","tag-perimenopause","tag-talk-to-hr"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Is this menopause? 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