I am 46 years old and I haven't had a period for 7 months. I have been going through a very stressful time recently. Am I menopausal?

Stress can have a big effect on the hormones and can stop periods for a while, however, you are in the average age range, 45-55, for starting the menopause so it could really be either.

Your doctor may be able to test your hormone levels and that might give you a better idea of what is happening.

In the meantime, it is important to support the body during times of stress so I would suggest a good female multi-vitamin, your local healthshop should be able to recommend an appropriate one.

Eileen Durward