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Understanding How Long Does Formication Last During Menopause?

According to the North American Menopause Society, up to 20% of women experience cutaneous sensations like formication during menopause, often driven by hormonal changes. Understanding exactly how long does formication last during menopause is key to finding effective management strategies and alleviating this uncomfortable symptom.

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What is the skin crawling during menopause? Understanding formication

According to a 2016 study, postmenopausal women are at greater risk of peripheral neuropathy, a condition affecting nerve function. The sensation of the skin crawling during menopause, medically known as formication, is a tangible and often disturbing symptom that many women experience during this hormonal transition. It is important to understand that this feeling is not caused by actual insects but by the body's shifting hormonal and nervous systems.

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