You’re not crazy. That itchiness on your arms, neck, or chest that seems to come out of nowhere in your forties or fifties is a very real and recognized symptom of menopause. It has a medical name too: pruritus. And it’s one of the more frustrating and less-talked-about changes that come with this stage of life for many women. Let’s break it down so you can see exactly what is happening, why it happens, and what you can do about it. Why Does Menopause Cause Itchy Skin? The sh