Do hives or transient skin rashes accompany menopause?

Answer 1

Yes this can happen. In some women (some may never have had an allergy) until menopause will have more Allergies. I never had any allergies and when I went into menopause I got all sorts of allergies right down to some medications such as antibiotics that I had taken before. I went through it naturally. I did some research on the subject and yes indeed, going into menopause can cause rashes, itchy skin, bumps, rough skin, itchy eyes and ears, sinus problems, sore throats, dry mouth, more yeast, urinary tract and bladder infections. The reason for this is the tissues inside a woman are growing thinner and our immune systems are bouncing around from the constant hormone fluctuations.

Answer 2

Hi, Menopause will affect every woman differently and may cause some symptoms that another may not have. When a woman enters into Menopause it may cause high levels of stress which could trigger a rash secondary to the stress itself and another symptom of Menopause is hot flashes which could trigger a heat rash as well. When one develops a rash, it is important to think really hard about any new products in-which the body has come in contact with, anything from new laundry detergent, lotion, perfumes, soaps, medications and even a new food product; basically anything which is new to you. It would also be advantageous to take a look at images of rashes on-line and also take into consideration, does the rash itch? If the rash does itch try a cortisone cream or even Benadryl until you are able to see the doctor. Please always remember to check with your physician before trying any new medications and be aware of self diagnosing because there may be something else causing it; and these types of things should be noted in your chart. Take care, Dawn http://jupitersdawn.com