Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
Reviewed by Pharmacist Vilma Mendonça, CRF 9930RJ — Specialist in Phytotherapy and Homeopathy There is a symptom that affects more than half of all women. After menopause and most of them suffer in silence for years before ever mentioning it to a doctor. Vaginal dryness. Not just dryness during sex. Daily dryness. The kind that […]
Why Vaginal Dryness Happens in Menopause
The main reason is the decline in estrogen levels. Estrogen keeps the vaginal tissues thick, elastic, hydrated, and protected. When it decreases, several changes occur: Loss of natural lubrication Thinning of the vaginal lining (vaginal atrophy) Increased sensitivity and irritation Changes in pH Higher risk of discomfort during intimacy Other factors that may worsen dryness […]