Just as the skin on your faces ages, so can the tissues of the vagina and vulva show symptoms of aging. This is called vulvo-vaginal atrophy, atrophic vaginitis or just plain vaginal dryness.
These changes usually start with menopause, or peri-menopause, but can also be due to hysterectomy, chemotherapy, childbirth, or in times of stress.
Vaginal atrophy during menopause and peri-menopause is chronic and progressive. It causes thinning of the vaginal lining, caused by declining hormones, especially Estrogen. Up to 45% of post-menopausal women in the US have vaginal atrophy, or vaginal dryness. It can occur at any age, but most commonly occurs around menopause. (Ages 45-55)
Estrogen is main hormone that declines at menopause, along with progesterone and testosterone. These hormones are important for maintaining the thickness and moisture of the vaginal lining.
Without estrogen, women experience decreased vaginal blood flow, loss of elasticity and moisture, along with itching, burning, decreased sensitivity and painful intercourse. These changes also can cause increased susceptibility to urinary tract infections, and urinary leakage.
Only 25 % of women with Vaginal atrophy seek treatment. Many think their symptoms are not severe enough to mention to their doctor. Many women are embarrassed to talk about their symptoms; they feel broken, thinking their sexual life is over.
Vaginal dryness is a common, treatable medical condition. The hot flashes and night sweats of menopause will decrease over time, but symptoms of vaginal atrophy, if left untreated, will only worsen.
Many treatments are available for vaginal atrophy including: Estrogen creams, inserts, rings and DHEA suppositories. Lubricants can provide short-term help, but do not address the cause.
Orovana Rejuvenate with DHEA can help ease the discomfort and help decrease the symptoms of vaginal atrophy. It is available without a prescription. It can also help increase sensitivity and desire. Sex will become enjoyable again. Used daily, Orovana Rejuvenate provides the moisturizers, DHEA and nutrients your body needs to help ease vaginal dryness so you can Reclaim your intimacy.
https://www.webmd.com/women/news/20160105/suppository-eases-vaginal-dryness-in-small-study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26731686/ http://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/2016-docs/intravaginal-dhea.pdf
https://thischangedmypractice.com/local-dhea/
https://www.menopause.org/for-professionals/not-time-to-abandon-use-of-local-vaginal-hormone-therapies
