I'm 50 next year. Still having periods although they are irregular going every 3 weeks at the moment. I've starting having panic attacks some nights. I'm having hot flushes too - could this all be connected?

These are all common menopause symptoms so it is possible you are approaching the start of the menopause.

The best thing to do is see your doctor, they can test your hormone levels and that will give you a better idea of what is happening.

In the meantime you may find the herb Agnus castus helpful as this is traditionally used at this time to help balance the monthly cycle and you may find a magnesium citrate supplement helps with the panic attacks.

Daily relaxation should also help as well so do try to get 30 minutes 'me-time', not easy, I know but can work wonders on the symptoms!

Eileen Durward