Atrophic Vaginitis

Vaginal atrophy is a condition in which the tissues lining the inside of the vagina (birth canal) become thin, dry, and inflamed. This is caused by a decrease in the amount of estrogen (a female hormone) made by the body. Symptoms of atrophic vaginitis include vaginal dryness, itching, burning, and pain during sexual intercourse.
Using vaginal estrogen before the condition becomes severe can be a way to protect the vagina.
Symptoms

Excessively dry vagina

common

Pain at vagina or vulva

or Vaginal irritation

common

Pain during sexual intercourse

common

Itchy skin

  • At genital

Blood from vagina not from period

  • During or after sexual intercourse

Strange fluid coming out of vagina other than blood

  • White, Yellow

  • Bad smell

Decreased sexual desire

Risk factors

Cessation of menstrual periods

Recent bilateral oophorectomy surgery

Primary Ovarian Insufficiency

Chemotherapy

Radiation therapy

  • Pelvic radiotherapy

Use of tamoxifen

Pituitary adenoma

Treatment
1-Estrogen replacement therapy may be provided systemically or locally, but the dosage and delivery method must be individualized. 2-Vaginal moisturizers. Try a vaginal moisturizer (K-Y Liquibeads, Replens, Sliquid, others) to restore some moisture to your vaginal area. 3-Water-based lubricants. These lubricants (Astroglide, K-Y Jelly, Sliquid, others) are applied just before sexual activity and can reduce discomfort during intercourse.
Recommended specialist

If you have Atrophic Vaginitis, then a visit to an obstetrician-gynecologist is recommended.

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