I am 45 years old and my period was late by about a week last month. This month it's late by 10 days. Will I still have a period or have I become menopausal?

This is possible, although you are a little young.

Sometimes changes in the cycle start quite a long time before the menopause really kicks in.

However, other things can cause your periods to slow down, such as stress, lack of iron, or thyroid problems.

It's therefore sensible to check with your doctor, who can do blood tests to see what is going on.

Eileen Durward