Does menopause make you tired?

Medically reviewed by Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH
Board-Certified Pediatrician and Adolescent Medicine Specialist
Written by Alyssa Sybertz
Contributor
Updated Jan 10, 2026  •  Published Jan 10, 2026
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Yes, menopause and the perimenopause transition can make you feel tired. This is primarily because hormone fluctuations can cause sleep disruption, night sweats, and irregular or heavy bleeding, which may lead to fatigue, lightheadedness, and weakness, especially when symptoms interfere with rest or drain energy over time.

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Medical disclaimer: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your OBGYN or healthcare provider before making changes to your medication regimen.

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Medically reviewed by Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH
Board-Certified Pediatrician and Adolescent Medicine Specialist

Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH, is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist. She cares for patients in an urban academic medical center and is active with national organizations focusing on child health, public health, and adolescent health care. In addition, she has been a volunteer with the Amigos de Las Americas organization since 1990—first as a community volunteer and now as a medical advisor.

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Written by Alyssa Sybertz
Contributor

Alyssa Sybertz is an award-winning freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience writing about health, wellness, and food. Her work has appeared in national publications including Woman’s World, First for Women, Southern Living, Food & Wine, Reader’s Digest, Parents, CNN, TIME, HealthCentral, Allrecipes and more. She has also edited numerous bookazines on topics including weight loss, thyroid health, and gut health, and is the author of The OMAD Diet.

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