I have had persistent acne on my chin for over a year now, but has worsened in last 6 months since my periods stopped, and all my other menopausal symptoms have flared up - all the typical ones.
It's driving me crazy and I am desperate for a cure! My diet is very good, and the rest of my skin is clear. I have tried every over the counter product, 2 courses of prescription antibiotics, and lots of different natural supplements. Nothing helps.
Anyone else experiencing this? Anything that's worked?
Anna,
While I haven't had this experience with acne, what I will mention is that most doctors who write on this topic would say that it is caused by over production of androgens to estrogen in your system. While the ovaries have shut down enough to stop periods, they do still produce some hormones. Many woman notice increased facial hair. For you, it seems to be acne.
yes i've experienced acne also...i thought it was just my oily skin but i just got over a period after not havingone for a yr and half and boom the day it stopped i broke out in three places on my face! i do not think it is a coincidence!
Hi Anna,
I had major breakouts on and off in peri menopause but it cleared up a lot after my periods stopped.
I had oily spotty skin as a teenager and it improved through my 20s but some weeks in peri it was as bad as my teenage days.