Vaginal Dryness
Vaginal dryness is a painful symptom that many women may experience at some point during their lives. This symptom can be caused by a decrease in hormone levels, breastfeeding or certain medications. It’s commonly linked to menopause. Treatment options for vaginal dryness typically depend on the cause of the symptom.
What is vaginal dryness?
Vaginal dryness is a symptom of many different medical conditions. It can cause pain during sitting, standing, exercising, urinating (peeing) and sexual intercourse.
Vaginal dryness can occur at any age. It is most common in women during or after menopause (the end of menstruation, a woman’s monthly period). Many effective treatments are available.
