Perimenopause often starts years before full menopause, with hot flashes and night sweats being the earliest and most common signs. Some women also notice dryness in the eyes, mouth, or vagina. These symptoms can last months—or persist daily for years—making life miserable if untreated.
ESR1
ESR1 is the gene symbol used for Estrogen Receptor 1. This page connects its terminology with the topics in the Purser Wellness teaching library.

