Vaginal dryness
Symptoms of a dry vagina
Some women only have symptoms of vaginal dryness at certain times, such as during sex, while othershave them all the time. Problems associated with having a dry vagina include: vaginal irritation, discomfort, itchiness or a burning sensation discomfort during sex a reduced sex drive difficulty getting aroused and reaching orgasm the surface of the vagina looks pale and thin narrowing or shortening of the vagina needing to pee moreoften than usual repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs)
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Introduction
Read about vaginal dryness, including why it happens and what can be done about it.
Symptoms of a dry vagina
Some women only have symptoms of vaginal dryness at certain times, such as during sex, while othershave them all the time. Problems associated with having a dry vagina include: vaginal irritation,
Causes of vaginal dryness
Causes of adry vagina include: the Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism) decreased levels of the hormone oestrogen during the menopause can causepersistent vaginal dryness (also known as vaginal
What to do if you have a dry vagina
If you're having problems with vaginal dryness, it's worth trying self-help options first. It can help to: try using a lubricant or vaginal moisturiser these can be bought without a prescription g
Treatments for vaginal dryness
The main treatments that can help if you have a dry vagina are: Lubricants Vaginal moisturisers Vaginal oestrogen Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) Lubricants Lubricants are liquids or
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