Paresthesia
Symptoms in Detail
Numbness in your hands or feet?
It could be paresthesia, a symptom of menopause.
What is paresthesia?
Paresthesia is often referred to as ‘tingling extremities’ because it’s a sensation most often felt in the hands, arms, feet and legs.
It can present itself as a feeling of numbness or the type of sensation referred to as ‘pins and needles’ following pressure on a limb making it ‘fall asleep’.
It can be an unexpected and irritating symptom of menopause.
Why is paresthesia a symptom of menopause?
Estrogen, one of the primary hormones that are in a state of flux during peri/menopause, has a complex effect on the central nervous system.
When it is thrown off balance during peri/menopause this can affect the nervous system.
Depleted estrogen levels also lead to thinner skin which is more susceptible to cracking and wrinkling.
Weak skin may also become sensitive giving way to tingling or numb sensations.
Know the 34 symptoms of menopause
Here are all of the documented symptoms of menopause you need to look out for:
Physical Symptoms
- Incontinence
- Changes in Body Odour
- Bouts of Rapid Heart Beat
- Breast Pain
- Headaches
- Joint Pain
- Itchy Skin
- Burning Mouth Syndrome
- Electric Shock Sensation
- Digestive Problems
- Gum Problems
- Increased Tension in Muscles
- Formication - Crawly Skin
- Paresthesia - Numbness in Hands and Feet
- Osteoporosis - After Several Years
