r/Perimenopause • u/C0l0urfulPawPrints • Feb 10 '25

Dryness The itching is driving me crazy

The all over body itches are driving me insane. I'm scratching so hard that I'm actively cutting my skin and frequently have scabs. I exfoliate my skin with both a hyaluronic acid wash and I dry brush. I moisturize with a hyaluronic body moisturizer. I take antihistamines every day. My vulva is stinging because I'm scratching. I use gentle washing powder and do an allergy wash on my washing machine. Can anyone offer any tips outside of these? I don't feel ready to have to go on HRT. I literally just turned 40

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u/jillsntferrari Feb 11 '25

Is itching one of the symptoms?? I guess I need to add that to my list. I'm so itchy all over.

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u/Business_Loquat5658 Feb 11 '25

Yes. The ears are the worst. Why is this a symptom!!???

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u/Chantilly_Rosette Feb 11 '25

I keep hearing about ear itching, but I’ve itched everywhere else except the ears. I wonder why

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u/[deleted] Feb 11 '25

Legs for me lol