menopause-skin-changes

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작성자 Marvin Harrap
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POSTED: 12 Jul 2023

is a natural physiological change that usually occurs between the ages of 45 to 55. It occurs due to a change in hormone levels and an end to a woman’s cycles. This has a number of effects on a woman’s health, including skin changes. The term "menopause skin" is a name for the various skin changes that occur due to these hormonal shifts. In this article we are going to explore how menopause skin changes lead to problems like itching, dryness and acne, and how you can treat them.

Menopause occurs when a woman’s ovaries stop producing eggs. As a result, the levels of the hormones oestrogen and progesterone decline. These two hormones play a number of important roles in the body. There is also a change in FSH and LH, which are hormones that the gland produces. They stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs and release hormones. During menopause, FSH and LH levels increase as the ovaries become less to them. This contributes to the typical symptoms and risks that some people may experience.

is the female sex hormone. It is responsible for a number of bodily functions, including the cycle, maintaining bone health and protecting the heart. Progesterone is a hormone that the ovaries produce. It works with oestrogen to regulate the menstrual cycle and prepare the uterus for pregnancy. That’s why at menopause, periods may become irregular or stop . The decline in oestrogen and progesterone levels during menopause can cause well-known menopause symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, sleep problems, dryness and mood swings. It can also increase the risk of osteoporosis, which puts you at risk of fractures and heart disease.

These symptoms can vary from woman to woman. As such, menopause effects may be more or less severe depending on the individual. This is important to when looking for the best treatments.

Oestrogen is a key player in skin health and promotes the of collagen and . These two proteins are responsible for making your skin plump, firm and elastic. Oestrogen also regulates the skin’s moisture balance and barrier function. Progesterone, on the other hand, controls oil production, promotes new skin cell growth and blood vessel formation. It also has wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties. The reduction in these hormones gives rise to a variety of skin problems, including itching, dryness, , and discolouration. These are together known as "menopause skin".

As oestrogen and progesterone levels go down, so do collagen, elastin and natural oils. As such, your skin may become dry, flaky and itchy. The decline in progesterone, which has anti-inflammatory effects, can make this worse. The reduced oestrogen levels also weaken the skin’s protective barrier. This leads to increased skin sensitivity, inflammation, redness and irritation.

The reduced collagen and elastin production can speed up and worsen the of as well as . Collagen gives the skin its strength and plumpness. When collagen levels decline, the skin becomes thinner and more prone to wrinkles. Elastin and collagen maintain the skin’s elasticity. When these are reduced, the skin is less able to bounce back after being stretched, which can give the appearance of sagging.

The hormonal imbalance during menopause can trigger sebum over-production, which leads to clogged pores and . Oestrogen and progesterone normally help to regulate the oil glands under the skin. When the levels of these drop, the body may produce more androgens in their place. Androgens are a type of male hormone that is normally present in women in smaller amounts. Excess androgens stimulate the oil glands in the skin, which leads to an increase in oil production. The increased oil or sebum can clog pores, which then become infected or inflamed and result in .

Additionally, other menopausal symptoms like , poor sleep and dietary changes can also lead to acne. Stress increases cortisol, which is another hormone that can cause the skin to produce more oil. Poor sleep and dietary changes can also cause changes in the skin’s physiology and exacerbate acne.

Hot flushes are a common menopause symptom. They are sudden and transient periods of intense warmth and flushing that spread over the body, particularly concentrated in the face, neck and chest. When hot flushes occur, they cause the blood vessels in the skin to dilate (vasodilation). This is your body’s attempt to cool down and results in temporary skin redness and flushing.

Frequent hot flushes can lead to persistent redness and broken capillaries. This redness looks similar to that seen in rosacea. Furthermore, when capillaries break they give rise to a network of tiny, red, web-like lines under the skin’s surface. These are called telangiectasia or

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