If the tissues of the mucous membranes of vagina become thin and dry due to an insufficient level of sex hormones (especially estrogen) in peri-menopause (i.e., the time just preceding menopause) or menopause, the vagina may become easily irritated or bruised and susceptible to infections.[1, 2] Irritation of the vagina due to tissue atrophy is called atrophic vaginitis.
Symptoms of atrophic vaginitis include:[1, 2]
• Swelling, raw appearance, dryness and fragile nature of the tissues of the labia, vulva, and vagina
• Itching, burning, and pain in the labia, vulva, and vagina
• Pain during intercourse
• Increase in vaginal infections, especially yeast infections
A variety of ways to manage and treat atrophic vaginitis are available. See our Q&As called:
• Treatment of Atrophic Vaginitis
• Treatment of Dry Vagina
REFERENCES
1. J Reichenberg-Ullman. Whole Woman Homeopathy. 2004. Edmonds, WA: Picnic Point Press.
2. I Ikenze. Menopause & Homeopathy: A Guide for Women at Midlife. 1998. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books.
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