Is itching normal during menopause?

Itching is a typical symptom of menopause and results from dry skin, according to BootsWebMD. Other common symptoms of the phase include hot flashes, night sweats, wrinkles, thinning skin and acne.

During perimenopause and menopause, levels of the hormone estrogen start to drop, explains BootsWebMD. Since estrogen helps in the formation of collagen and oils that smooth the skin, its decrease causes the body to produce less oil and retain less moisture on the skin. The result is dry and itchy skin. While the changes to the skin are permanent, a good skin-care routine and medications that ease the itching may help improve the quality of life for those affected.