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Dry Eye After Menopause. By Marilyn Haddrill and Gary Heiting, OD. Dry eye syndrome is common among older Americans, and symptoms can range from mild and infrequent to constant and severe. And if you are a woman over age 50, your risk of dry eye problems is significantly higher than that of men your age.
Itchy skin and rashes during menopause may also be linked with eczema. Eczema is an inflammation of the skin triggered through allergic reactions. Because menopause has the effect of lowering the immune system, the body becomes more vulnerable to allergies and eczema. Generally, if your skin is dry, persistently itchy and has a blotchy red rash, eczema is probably to blame. If this is the cause, then eczema cream can help reduce the inflammation.