Natural Health: My skin gets so itchy at night — I find it difficult to sleep

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Natural Health: My skin gets so itchy at night — I find it difficult to sleep

There is a good chance that your itching skin is linked with menopause. Itchy skin is one of the myriad symptoms associated with menopause and perimenopause, often linked with histamine intolerance.

My skin gets very itchy at night, and it’s gotten to the point where I find it difficult to sleep. I’ve changed my detergent and personal hygiene products, but it hasn’t made a difference. I’m in my early 50s and still going through menopause.

There is a good chance that your itching skin is linked with menopause. Itchy skin is one of the myriad symptoms associated with menopause and perimenopause, often linked with histamine intolerance.

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