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Absolutely — many women have shared their experiences with psoriasis and menopause. One MyPsoriasisTeam member noted, "My psoriasis cleared up completely during pregnancies but got much worse during menopause. I'm convinced hormones have some effect."

This is actually quite common. During menopause, estrogen levels drop Show Full Answer

Absolutely — many women have shared their experiences with psoriasis and menopause. One MyPsoriasisTeam member noted, "My psoriasis cleared up completely during pregnancies but got much worse during menopause. I'm convinced hormones have some effect."

This is actually quite common. During menopause, estrogen levels drop significantly, and that decline is thought to be a key trigger for psoriasis flares. Research backs this up too. In one study, nearly half of women going through menopause reported their psoriasis getting worse, while only 2 percent saw any improvement.

Here's why this happens:

- Estrogen helps regulate the immune system and supports skin health
- When estrogen drops during menopause, the immune system can become more active
- This increased immune activity can trigger or worsen psoriasis flares

If menopause seems to be affecting your psoriasis, it's worth talking to your dermatologist. They may be able to adjust your treatment plan to better manage flares during this time.

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