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FSH blood test

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helen96379
helen96379

I've been experiencing a number of symptoms of what I believe to be perimenopause for about 10 months now...changes to my cycle, breast pain, pins and needles, muscle aches, joint pain, palpitations etc. The dr finally booked me in for FSH blood tests and the first one has come back satisfactory. Has anyone else had this? I'm glad in a way, as I'm 40 and it is early, but by the same token, now I'm worried about what all these symptoms actually could be.

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  • Salesmanswidow
    Salesmanswidow helen96379

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    most nhs doctors go by symptoms alone, blood tests are very inaccurate as hormone levels fluctuation by the minute/hour/day, you basically would need several blood tests several times a day!!! you certainly sound peri 40 isnt too early it can start in your late 30s, if you are in the uk get your doctor to check the nice guidelines x

  • SamanthaJane81
    SamanthaJane81 helen96379

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    Hi @helen96379

    I am experiencing the same thing, I will be 40 in a couple of weeks x

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