21/11/2025
Perimenopause can be a difficult time and, because symptoms vary and there’s no clear path through it, it often leaves women with many questions. One of which is about contraception and whether they still need to use it.
A follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) test can help to provide answers as, even if a woman isn’t having regular periods, or any periods at all, she could still be ovulating.
This test is one many GPs will carry out, if asked. They usually do this for women aged 40-45 with menopausal symptoms and a change in their menstrual cycle and women under 40 when premature menopause is suspected.
To find out more, read our latest journal on this: https://www.londonhormoneclinic.com/journal/follicle-stimulating-hormone-fsh-and-perimenopause-why-your-level-matters