Itchy ears? It could be a symptom of perimenopause. During this time, estrogen levels decline, reducing blood flow to the ears and causing the mucus membrane inside the ears to become dry. Ultimately, this can lead to a few issues including: ringing, itching, heat or throbbing, earaches, and even hearing loss.

There are 34 symptoms of perimenopause, and they are all caused by fluctuating hormone levels. Learn what to look out for and why it’s so important that you start tracking your symptoms today!