Madelyn is in her 40s. Her menstrual cycle is irregular and she is experiencing "hot flashes" that are keeping her awake at night. The changes Madelyn is experiencing are called __________.

A. the climacteric
B. perimenopause
C. menopause
D. andropause


Answer: A

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