7 Perimenopause Symptoms No One Warns You About

In this video, Dr. Sonia uncovers 7 surprising symptoms of perimenopause that many women experience but rarely connect to hormonal changes. From ringing in the ears and burning mouth syndrome to restless legs, skin-crawling sensations, irritability, and more, you'll learn why these symptoms happen and what the research says about them. Understanding these lesser-known signs can help you recognize what your body is trying to tell you and take steps to support your health during this transition. Recommended To Watch Next:    • HRT Side Effects: What To Expect In The Fi...   In this video: ✔ Ringing in the ears (Tinnitus) ✔ Burning Mouth Syndrome ✔ Restless Legs Syndrome ✔ Formication (skin-crawling sensations) ✔ Irritability and anger ✔ Sleep disturbances ✔ Hormonal changes behind these symptoms If you're in your late 30s, 40s, or early 50s and have been experiencing symptoms that don't seem to make sense, this video may provide some answers. Subscribe for evidence-based women's health, menopause, and hormone education. #perimenopause #menopausesymptoms #hormonalhealth #womenshealth #menopauserelief #perimenopausesymptoms #perimenopausehealth #hrt ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ References & Studies Mentioned in This Video: 1. Tinnitus (Ringing in the Ears) Study: Association of perceived tinnitus with duration of hormone replacement therapy in Korean postmenopausal women Journal: BMJ Open (2017) Link: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/7/7/e... 2. Frozen Shoulder & Joint Pain (Musculoskeletal Syndrome) Guidelines: Menopause: diagnosis and management (NG23) Source: National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recognizes joint and muscle pain as key menopausal symptoms. Link: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng23 3. Formication (Skin Crawling Sensation) Guidelines: Menopause Toolkit for Employees Source: The British Menopause Society (BMS) / Women’s Health Concern Link:https://www.womens-health-concern.org... 4. Burning Mouth Syndrome Study: Two-hit theory by estrogen in burning mouth syndrome Journal: Journal of Dental Sciences (2022) Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles... 5. Vertigo & Dizziness (Balance and Spatial Awareness) Overview Series: The Lancet Menopause Series (2024) covers the systemic impact of metabolic and hormonal shifts. Link: https://www.thelancet.com/series/meno... Specific Vestibular Study: Menopause and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... 6. Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) & Dopamine Research Focus: The connection between estrogen fluctuations, dopamine dysregulation, and sleep disorders during the menopausal transition. Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles... 7. Unexplained Rage & Mood Swings Study: Perimenopause and First-Onset Mood Disorders: A Closer Look Journal: Focus: The Journal of Lifelong Learning in Psychiatry (2021) Link: https://psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1... ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:45 - Ringing in the Ears (Tinnitus) 04:20 - Burning Mouth Syndrome 05:45 - Restless Legs Syndrome 07:27 - Skin Crawling Sensations (Formication) 08:49 - Irritability & Anger 10:22 - Sleep Problems & Hormone Changes 12:04 - Anger & Irritability _______________________________________________ 👉 Save this for later 👉 Share it with someone who needs to see this 🩺 About Dr Sonia Dudeja Dr Sonia Dudeja is a London-based Women’s Health/Menopause Specialist with over 25 years’ clinical experience, including more than 18 years as a doctor in England. She holds MBBS, DTCD, PGDHHM, MRCGP (UK), DFSRH (UK), MSCP (USA) and the Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care from the British Menopause Society (UK). This advanced certification from the British Menopause Society (UK) represents the highest level of menopause training available. She works as a Menopause Specialist Doctor at Newson Clinic in London, a leading UK menopause clinic, and creates evidence-based women’s health education for Indian women in Hindi and English. 💚 📲 Stay connected with Dr Sonia: 🌐 Website: https://mymenopausesupport.org/ 📷 Instagram:   / dr.soniadudeja   🔔 Subscribe for weekly women’s health tips 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful 💬 Drop your questions in the comments — Dr Sonia reads and replies to them all. ⚠️ Disclaimer This video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalised medical guidance.