Menopause and Its Effects on Skin and Hair

September 2023 in “ Gynäkologische Endokrinologie ”

Susanna Weidlinger, Magdalena Weidlinger, Kristine Heidemeyer

Studysummary This review discusses how the hormonal changes of menopause affect skin and hair, highlighting improvements in skin symptoms like dryness and reduced wound healing with estrogen supplementation, and advises healthcare providers to consider broader potential benefits of menopausal hormone therapy when consulting patients.

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