Table 3. Comprehensive physical examination during perimenopause.

Detailed history-taking
1.	Body weight and body mass index evaluation
2.	Blood pressure and cardiovascular examination
3.	Breast examination
4.	Abdominal and gynaecological examination
5.	Transvaginal ultrasound
6.	PHQ-9 Depression Test Questionnaire and Mini Mental State Examination
Legend: VMS - vasomotor symptoms DVT - deep vein thrombosis UTI – urinary tract infection PHQ – patient health questionnaire