I am only 35 years old but my period is over a month late. I have also been experiencing hot flushes for over two weeks, and my sleeping patterns are irregular. Is this the start of the menopause?

Normally, 35 is very young to be starting the menopause, although it can happen in a small number of women, especially if other close female relative started early.

However, there can other reasons such as; stress, low iron or low thyroid.

It is best to check with your doctor. They can test for these and that will give you a better idea as to what is happening.