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Atrophic Vaginitis
Medical Questions » Atrophic Vaginitis
| Name: Atrophic Vaginitis |
| Also known as: Post-Menopausal Vaginitis; Senile Vaginitis |
| A lack of vaginal moisture and lubrication. The vagina is kept moist by the production of a mucus from glands in and around it, that become more active during sexual stimulation. |
Causes of Atrophic Vaginitis
After the menopause, the female hormone o estrogen is no longer produced by the ovaries. This hormone stimulates the vaginal glands to produce mucus, but without o estrogen, they do not function. |
Symptoms of Atrophic Vaginitis
Older women complain of a dry, sore, itchy vagina. |
Tests for Atrophic Vaginitis
INVESTIGATIONS: Blood tests can measure o estrogen level. |
Treatment for Atrophic Vaginitis
Simple moisturizing creams can be applied when the vagina is irritated, but give only temporary relief. Best solution is to replace the missing o estrogen long term by using a vaginal cream once or twice a week, oestrogen tablets daily, skin patches once or twice a week, or implants every few months. Dosages must be slowly adjusted to suit each individual woman.
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Complications of Atrophic Vaginitis of its treatment
Ulceration and bacterial infection of the vagina. Increased risk of prolapse (see separate entry). |
Likely Outcome of Atrophic Vaginitis
Good results from treatment. |
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