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	Explanation Perimenopause occurs before menopause and lasts about three to five years. Although a woman can experience many different menopausal symptoms during this time, that doesn’t necessarily mean she is infertile. Every woman is considered "fertile" until she has experienced a year or more of absent periods, and confirmed this with her doctor. Visit SparkPeople’s Menopause Condition Center to learn more.

Which of the following statements about perimenopause is FALSE?

It is the time before menopause when hormonal and biological changes and physical symptoms begin to occur
A woman is usually infertile during this time
It lasts for an average of three to five years
Common symptoms may include hot flashes, irregular periods, and vaginal dryness

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