No. My periods were long and heavy when I was younger, although I never really had much PMS, except some fatigue. In my late-40's/early 50's my periods were lighter and shorter. No PMS to speak of. I went through menopause 2 years ago at age 53. No big deal; my periods just stopped. I have had occasional post-menopausal bleeding (light), had a biopsy last summer and nothing significant except a small fibroid. Frankly, I wanted a hysterectomy but my gyn (who I trust) said Nah....not unless the bleeding gets heavy and uncomfortable.