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• #1 11 causes of vaginal dryness | Livi

  https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is very common. Around 17% of women aged 18-50 and more than half of post-menopausal women over the age of 51 experience vaginal dryness. […] Lower oestrogen is a common trigger of vaginal dryness, and menopause, pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding can all impact oestrogen levels. But there are other causes too, including autoimmune diseases, certain lifestyle choices and medical or surgical treatments. […] Vaginal dryness has a range of causes, but its often linked to the production of hormones like oestrogen and progesterone. The best treatment for dryness depends on whats causing it, with several different causes: […] During perimenopause and menopause, the body produces less oestrogen. This can cause the mucous membranes in the vagina which are usually moist, elastic and pink to become increasingly dry and pale. Vaginal dryness during menopause is also called vaginal atrophy, explains Dr Rosen. It affects more than 50% of all post-menopausal women.

• #2 Vaginal dryness: Causes, symptoms, and treatment – Flo

  https://flo.health/menstrual-cycle/health/vaginal-discharge/vaginal-dryness

  Vaginal dryness can happen for many different reasons, and while it’s commonly linked to menopause, it affects people of all ages. It’s estimated that around 17% of women under the age of 50 and over half of women over the age of 51 who have reached menopause have experienced vaginal dryness at some point in their lives. […] Vaginal dryness is most commonly linked to menopause, which is all about changes in hormone levels. You might hear your medical professional describe it as vaginal atrophy (when the walls of your vagina become thinner, dryer, or irritated). This can happen during the transition into menopause, and it’s estimated that 45% of postmenopausal women will develop vaginal atrophy. […] Vaginal dryness is typically caused by low estrogen levels, noting that it’s common to have a drop in estrogen right after a period, in the postpartum phase, and while breastfeeding. This drop is permanent after menopause.

• #3 Vaginal dryness: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000892.htm

  Vaginal dryness is present when the tissues of the vagina are not well-lubricated and healthy. […] Atrophic vaginitis is caused by a decrease in estrogen. […] Estrogen keeps the tissues of the vagina lubricated and healthy. Normally, the lining of the vagina makes a clear, lubricating fluid. This fluid makes sexual intercourse more comfortable. It also helps decrease vaginal dryness. […] If estrogen levels drop off, the tissues of the vagina shrink and become thinner. This causes dryness and inflammation. […] Estrogen levels normally drop after menopause. The following may also cause estrogen levels to drop: Medicines or hormones used in the treatment of breast cancer, endometriosis, fibroids, or infertility, Surgery to remove the ovaries, Radiation treatment to the pelvic area, Chemotherapy, Severe stress, depression, Smoking.

• #4 Vaginal dryness

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/vaginal-dryness/basics/causes/sym-20151520

  Reduced estrogen levels are the main cause of vaginal dryness. Estrogen is a hormone that helps keep vaginal tissue healthy by maintaining normal vaginal lubrication, tissue elasticity and acidity. […] Other causes of vaginal dryness include certain medical conditions or hygiene practices. […] Estrogen levels can fall for a number of reasons: Breast-feeding, Childbirth, Cigarette smoking, Effects on your ovaries from cancer therapy, Immune disorders, Menopause, Perimenopause (the transition time before menopause), Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery), Use of anti-estrogen medication. […] Other causes of vaginal dryness include: Douching, Sjogren’s syndrome (a condition that can cause dry eyes and a dry mouth), Use of allergy and cold medications. […] Causes shown here are commonly associated with this symptom. Work with your doctor or other health care professional for an accurate diagnosis.

• #5 What Causes Vaginal Dryness? | Replens

  https://www.replens.com/Blog/What-Causes-Vaginal-Dryness.aspx

  Vaginal dryness occurs when there is a decline in estrogen, affecting the amount or consistency of vaginal moisture. […] Menopause is a natural transition that occurs as women leave their childbearing years. As early as our mid-30s, estrogen levels can begin to decline. […] This decline in estrogen can lead to vaginal dryness, as well as other common symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings. […] Unfortunately, lower estrogen levels remain post-menopause and vaginal dryness continues and tends to worsen over time. […] Chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and ovarian shutdown or removal can all lead to vaginal dryness because they cause premature menopause-like symptoms. […] While menopause, cancer treatment, and diabetes can be causes of vaginal dryness, they are not the only ones. Additional causes of vaginal dryness include: Breast-feeding, Childbirth, Tampon Use, Certain Medications, Stress.

• #6 Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559297/

  Estrogen plays a crucial role in maintaining the normal anatomy and physiology of the urogenital system. Estrogen receptors are present in the vagina, vulva, urethra, and bladder trigone, where they respond to estrogen stimulation by maintaining normal blood flow, tissue thickness, rugosity, elasticity, and moisture of epithelial surfaces. […] The condition is primarily caused by decreased estrogen levels in postmenopausal individuals or those of any age who experience reduced estrogenic stimulation of the urogenital tissues. […] Other causes of GSM include lactation, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and antiestrogen medications used in the treatment of uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and breast cancer. […] GSM most commonly arises from conditions that lead to a diminished estrogen state, such as natural menopause, where the ovaries cease estradiol production, resulting in a 95% decline in estradiol levels from premenopausal levels. However, GSM can also occur in individuals with other conditions associated with low estrogen, including those who have undergone surgical menopause following bilateral oophorectomy, primary ovarian insufficiency, chemotherapy, hypothalamic amenorrhea, or are breastfeeding. Additional risk factors include ovarian failure due to radiation or arterial embolization, hypothalamic-pituitary disorders, and the use of antiestrogen medications such as leuprolide or gonadotropin-releasing hormone antagonists, often prescribed for endometriosis. Breast cancer survivors, particularly, are at increased risk due to treatments such as chemotherapy or aromatase inhibitors, which can contribute to the early onset of GSM symptoms.

• #7 Vaginal Atrophy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15500-vaginal-atrophy

  Vaginal atrophy is a condition where the lining of your vagina gets drier and thinner. This results in itching, burning and pain during sex, among other symptoms. The condition also includes urinary tract problems such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) and urinary incontinence. […] Vaginal atrophy most often occurs during perimenopause and menopause when your ovaries produce less estrogen. It can occur when your estrogen levels decrease due to cancer treatment or having your ovaries removed. […] During menopause, your body makes less estrogen. Without estrogen, the lining of your vagina can become thinner and less stretchy. Your vaginal canal can also narrow and shorten. Less estrogen also lowers the amount of normal vaginal fluids and changes the acid balance in your vagina. All of these factors make your vaginal tissue more delicate and more likely to become irritated.

• #8 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/vaginal-dryness

  Hormonal changes, such as those that occur with aging, are the most common cause of vaginal dryness, though other causes exist. […] Falling estrogen levels are the chief cause of vaginal dryness. Females begin to produce less estrogen as they age. This leads to the end of menstruation during a time called perimenopause. […] Vaginal dryness is the most common symptom of genitourinary syndrome of menopause, a set of symptoms that affects as many as 5 in 6 women postmenopause. A 2018 study also notes that vaginal dryness becomes more common as people progress through menopause. […] However, menopause isn’t the only condition that causes a decrease in estrogen production. Other causes include breastfeeding, cigarette smoking, depression, excessive stress, immune system disorders, such as Sjgren disease, childbirth, rigorous exercise, some cancer treatments, such as radiation to the pelvis, hormone therapy, or chemotherapy, oophorectomy (surgical removal of the ovaries), hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus). […] Some medications can also reduce secretions in the body. Douching may also cause dryness and irritation, as well as some creams and lotions applied to the vaginal area.

• #9 Menopause Symptoms | Vaginal Dryness | My Menopause Centre

  https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/symptoms/vaginal-changes/

  Vaginal dryness is a very common symptom of the menopause. Many women find that they only feel dry during sex, while others experience it daily. Dryness comes with other sensations, such as prickliness, itching, irritation, and even pain in the vagina. […] Oestrogen is needed to keep tissues well lubricated, healthy, and stretchy. Loss of oestrogen in the perimenopause and menopause results in the tissues becoming delicate and dry. […] In addition, the usual elasticity of the vagina and vulva can be lost, which can lead to painful sex. The vagina can become shorter and lose its usual folds. These changes are called urogenital atrophy. […] Vaginal symptoms become increasingly common as you age. Approximately two-thirds of postmenopausal women who haven’t taken HRT suffer from changes in the vagina and bladder linked to low oestrogen. […] While vaginal symptoms of urogenital atrophy become more common with age, they can occur at any stage of perimenopause and menopause.

• #10 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Vaginal dryness is a painful (and common) symptom. It can be caused by a decrease in hormone levels, breastfeeding or certain medications. Its commonly linked to menopause. Treatment options for vaginal dryness typically depend on the cause. […] Vaginal dryness occurs at any age. Its most common during or after menopause when estrogen levels decline. The hormone estrogen helps keep your vaginal lining moisturized and healthy. Low levels of estrogen cause your vaginal walls to become thin and dry. This is a common condition of menopause called vaginal atrophy. […] In many cases, vaginal dryness happens when estrogen levels decrease. This occurs naturally as you age or during menopause. Menopause is when your menstrual period ends and you can no longer become pregnant. When estrogen levels decline, the skin and tissues of your vulva and vagina become thinner and less elastic, and your vagina can become dry.

• #11 Vaginal dryness: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000892.htm

  Some women develop this problem right after childbirth or while breastfeeding. Estrogen levels are lower at these times. […] The vagina can also become further irritated from soaps, laundry detergents, lotions, perfumes, or douches. Certain medicines, smoking, tampons, and condoms may also cause or worsen vaginal dryness.

• #12 8 causes of vaginal dryness every woman should know | TheHealthSite.com

  https://www.thehealthsite.com/diseases-conditions/causes-for-vaginal-dryness-you-should-know-d1215-351316/

  This typical problem is believed to be an old woman s concern. However, vaginal dryness could also affect the young and middle-aged equally. The prime reason is low level of estrogen that triggers dryness, sometimes accompanied by itching and a burning sensation in severe cases. […] Vaginal dryness is common during menopause. If you suffer from premature menopause, this could turn to be worse. Low estrogen level in these cases is the culprit. Vaginal lubrication depends on this hormone, that also plays a key role in many physiological functions like development of bones, skin health, etc. […] During breastfeeding, the two hormones secreted are prolactin and oxytocin. Both help to regulate breast milk supply. Prolactin, in particular, blocks ovulation and hence there is a dip in production of estrogen, making dryness down there inevitable.

• #13 Vaginal Dryness: Causes and Moisturizing Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/women/vaginal-dryness-causes-moisturizing-treatments

  Normalnie, ściany pochwy pozostają nawilżone cienką warstwą przezroczystego płynu. Spadek poziomu estrogenu zmniejsza ilość dostępnej wilgoci. Może się to zdarzyć w każdym wieku z wielu przyczyn. […] Przyczyny suchości pochwy obejmują: poród i karmienie piersią, leczenie promieniowaniem lub chemioterapią w przypadku raka, chirurgiczne usunięcie jajników, leki przeciwestrogenowe stosowane w leczeniu włókniaków macicy lub endometriozy. […] Inne przyczyny suchości pochwy to: zespół Sjögrena (choroba autoimmunologiczna, która atakuje komórki w organizmie produkujące wilgoć), leki na alergie i przeziębienia, niektóre leki przeciwdepresyjne, douching, niewystarczająca gra wstępna przed seksem. […] Bez względu na przyczynę, suchość pochwy może być niezwykle nieprzyjemna. Może prowadzić do swędzenia, pieczenia i bolesnego stosunku.

• #14 Vaginal Dryness: 10 Common Causes (& What to Do) – Tua Saúde

  https://www.tuasaude.com/en/vaginal-dryness/

  Surgical removal of the ovaries, also known as oophorectomy, can lead to vaginal dryness. The absence of one or both ovaries leads to reduced estrogen production, leading to symptoms similar to menopause. […] Cancer treatment, such as radiation therapy to the pelvic region, chemotherapy or hormone therapy for breast or uterine cancer, for example, can cause vaginal dryness and other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hot flashes or vaginal bleeding or discharge.

• #15 Vaginal Dryness: Causes and Moisturizing Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/women/vaginal-dryness-causes-moisturizing-treatments

  Normalnie, ściany pochwy pozostają nawilżone cienką warstwą przezroczystego płynu. Spadek poziomu estrogenu zmniejsza ilość dostępnej wilgoci. Może się to zdarzyć w każdym wieku z wielu przyczyn. […] Przyczyny suchości pochwy obejmują: poród i karmienie piersią, leczenie promieniowaniem lub chemioterapią w przypadku raka, chirurgiczne usunięcie jajników, leki przeciwestrogenowe stosowane w leczeniu włókniaków macicy lub endometriozy. […] Inne przyczyny suchości pochwy to: zespół Sjögrena (choroba autoimmunologiczna, która atakuje komórki w organizmie produkujące wilgoć), leki na alergie i przeziębienia, niektóre leki przeciwdepresyjne, douching, niewystarczająca gra wstępna przed seksem. […] Bez względu na przyczynę, suchość pochwy może być niezwykle nieprzyjemna. Może prowadzić do swędzenia, pieczenia i bolesnego stosunku.

• #16 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Certain health conditions or treatments for health conditions and can also cause vaginal dryness. Vaginal dryness can result from: Breastfeeding and childbirth. Birth control pills or any form of hormonal birth control. Cancer treatments including chemotherapy and hormone therapy. Diabetes. Medications, including anti-estrogen medications (treating uterine fibroids or endometriosis), certain antidepressants and antihistamines (treatment for itchy eyes and runny noses). Removal of your ovaries (oophorectomy). Sjogrens syndrome (an autoimmune disorder that can cause dryness throughout your body). Not being sexually aroused. Using scented or perfumed soaps, sprays and washes around or in your vagina. […] Vaginal dryness is usually most apparent during sexual penetration. Without enough vaginal lubrication, the friction (or rubbing) during sexual intercourse can cause pain and discomfort.

• #17 11 causes of vaginal dryness | Livi

  https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is a common side effect of hormonal contraceptives, says Dr Rosen. This is because the bodys production of oestrogen and progesterone, which control the production of vaginal secretion, is replaced by the synthetic hormones in hormonal contraception. […] Sjgrens syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the bodys secretion-producing glands, which leads to less secretion production. It can cause a dry mouth, eyes, skin and a dry cough. As a result it can also cause you to have a dry, itchy vagina, Dr Rosen explains. […] High blood sugar levels can cause damage to the bodys small nerves and blood vessels, says Dr Rosen. This can affect the glands in the cervix, resulting in dry mucous membranes. […] Antihistamines block your bodys histamine secretion to help relieve a runny nose or watery, itchy eyes. They can also affect the mucous membrane of the vagina, making it drier than normal, Dr Rosen explains.

• #18 Vaginal dryness: Symptoms, remedies – Mayo Clinic Health System

  https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/vaginal-dryness-symptoms-causes-and-remedies

  Vaginal dryness can cause painful intercourse and persistent pelvic pain, among other symptoms. While it’s more common in menopausal women, it also affects younger women. […] A handful of factors can affect vaginal dryness. Estrogen is the most important hormonal influence on the health of the vulva and vagina. Low estrogen can contribute to dryness. Diet and the use of certain medications also are important factors. You can expect any medications that cause dry eyes and dry mouth to have a similar effect on the vagina. […] Estrogen levels in the blood vary during the month and follow a common pattern to each menstrual cycle. For women who are not on hormonal birth control, levels are lowest in the days just before and after the start of menstrual bleeding. This low level sometimes can contribute to vulvar and vaginal dryness. Very low-dose hormonal birth control can contribute to dryness.

• #19 What Causes Vaginal Dryness? | Dry Vagina | Natural Cycles

  https://www.naturalcycles.com/cyclematters/what-causes-vaginal-dryness

  From hormonal changes to stress, there are many things that can influence your reproductive health. In this post, we’re going to take a look at the many causes of vaginal dryness, touch on treatments, and unpack how tracking changes throughout your menstrual cycle can help you learn more about your body. […] Reduced estrogen and high progesterone are also linked to a dip in sex drive, this may also play a part in vaginal dryness. […] Similarly, at the end of our fertile years, estrogen levels stay low. During perimenopause and menopause, vaginal dryness can make sex painful – using lubricants can rectify this and while it’s not often talked about, vaginal dryness around this time is very common. […] We know estrogen affects libido and a lack of it can also cause vaginal dryness. […] Vaginal dryness isn’t always linked to hormones. The vagina has a very sensitive pH balance and if this is disrupted, it can lead to vaginal dryness.

• #20 Low Hormones Can Cause Vaginal Dryness // Spartan Medical Associates | (704) 469-5613

  https://www.spartanmedicalassociates.com/female-hormone-symptoms/vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is the result of a drop in estrogen, specifically estriol. […] Estriol is one of three different estrogens produced by the female body, and is responsible for stimulating the mucus membranes we talked about above. So when estriol levels drop during menopause, lubrication within the vagina diminishes. […] You may be surprised to know that testosterone also plays a part in stimulating vaginal lubrication, and is another hormone that declines during menopause and perimenopause.

• #21 11 causes of vaginal dryness | Livi

  https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is a common side effect of hormonal contraceptives, says Dr Rosen. This is because the bodys production of oestrogen and progesterone, which control the production of vaginal secretion, is replaced by the synthetic hormones in hormonal contraception. […] Sjgrens syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the bodys secretion-producing glands, which leads to less secretion production. It can cause a dry mouth, eyes, skin and a dry cough. As a result it can also cause you to have a dry, itchy vagina, Dr Rosen explains. […] High blood sugar levels can cause damage to the bodys small nerves and blood vessels, says Dr Rosen. This can affect the glands in the cervix, resulting in dry mucous membranes. […] Antihistamines block your bodys histamine secretion to help relieve a runny nose or watery, itchy eyes. They can also affect the mucous membrane of the vagina, making it drier than normal, Dr Rosen explains.

• #22 Vaginal Dryness: Causes and Moisturizing Treatments

  https://www.webmd.com/women/vaginal-dryness-causes-moisturizing-treatments

  Normalnie, ściany pochwy pozostają nawilżone cienką warstwą przezroczystego płynu. Spadek poziomu estrogenu zmniejsza ilość dostępnej wilgoci. Może się to zdarzyć w każdym wieku z wielu przyczyn. […] Przyczyny suchości pochwy obejmują: poród i karmienie piersią, leczenie promieniowaniem lub chemioterapią w przypadku raka, chirurgiczne usunięcie jajników, leki przeciwestrogenowe stosowane w leczeniu włókniaków macicy lub endometriozy. […] Inne przyczyny suchości pochwy to: zespół Sjögrena (choroba autoimmunologiczna, która atakuje komórki w organizmie produkujące wilgoć), leki na alergie i przeziębienia, niektóre leki przeciwdepresyjne, douching, niewystarczająca gra wstępna przed seksem. […] Bez względu na przyczynę, suchość pochwy może być niezwykle nieprzyjemna. Może prowadzić do swędzenia, pieczenia i bolesnego stosunku.

• #23 11 causes of vaginal dryness | Livi

  https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is a common side effect of hormonal contraceptives, says Dr Rosen. This is because the bodys production of oestrogen and progesterone, which control the production of vaginal secretion, is replaced by the synthetic hormones in hormonal contraception. […] Sjgrens syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the bodys secretion-producing glands, which leads to less secretion production. It can cause a dry mouth, eyes, skin and a dry cough. As a result it can also cause you to have a dry, itchy vagina, Dr Rosen explains. […] High blood sugar levels can cause damage to the bodys small nerves and blood vessels, says Dr Rosen. This can affect the glands in the cervix, resulting in dry mucous membranes. […] Antihistamines block your bodys histamine secretion to help relieve a runny nose or watery, itchy eyes. They can also affect the mucous membrane of the vagina, making it drier than normal, Dr Rosen explains.

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  https://www.prevention.com/sex/a21968374/vaginal-dryness/

  Women of all ages can experience the sandpapery sensation known as vaginal dryness. […] The drop in estrogen during menopause is a common culprit, as the walls of the vagina thin. However, there are many other causes of vaginal dryness that can affect women of any age. […] Sjgrens syndrome, an autoimmune condition, is known to cause dry eyes and a dry mouth, but it can also lead to vaginal dryness. Other autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, are also associated with decreased lubrication and sexual pain. […] Medications to treat breast cancer, such as tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors, block estrogen pathways not only in breast tissue but also in vaginal tissue. […] Antihistamines and decongestants lower moisture levels and reduce mucus not only in the nose, but also in the vagina. Other meds associated with vaginal dryness include calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and benzodiazepines as well as antiestrogen medications used to treat endometriosis and uterine fibroid tumors.

• #25 Vaginal Dryness Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/vaginal-dryness-causes-and-treatments-3522435

  Vaginal dryness can occur at any time during a woman’s adult life, but it is most common during perimenopause, menopause, and when a woman is breastfeeding. Vaginal dryness may result in intermittent or constant discomfort, and it can cause sex to be painful. […] The most common cause of vaginal dryness is the decreased production of estrogen, as the hormone plays a role in maintaining lubrication both during sex and at other times. This dip reliably occurs as a result of: Childbirth, Breastfeeding, Perimenopause, Menopause. […] Systemic conditions such as pituitary disease, diabetes, ovarian or uterine conditions, or removal of the uterus or ovaries through surgery, can alter estrogen levels, causing a variety of symptoms, including vaginal dryness. Sjgren’s disease, an autoimmune inflammatory disease, is also commonly associated with vaginal dryness. […] Sometimes, medical treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy can cause dehydration, which may cause vaginal dryness.

• #26 11 causes of vaginal dryness | Livi

  https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is a common side effect of hormonal contraceptives, says Dr Rosen. This is because the bodys production of oestrogen and progesterone, which control the production of vaginal secretion, is replaced by the synthetic hormones in hormonal contraception. […] Sjgrens syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the bodys secretion-producing glands, which leads to less secretion production. It can cause a dry mouth, eyes, skin and a dry cough. As a result it can also cause you to have a dry, itchy vagina, Dr Rosen explains. […] High blood sugar levels can cause damage to the bodys small nerves and blood vessels, says Dr Rosen. This can affect the glands in the cervix, resulting in dry mucous membranes. […] Antihistamines block your bodys histamine secretion to help relieve a runny nose or watery, itchy eyes. They can also affect the mucous membrane of the vagina, making it drier than normal, Dr Rosen explains.

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  https://www.prevention.com/sex/a21968374/vaginal-dryness/

  Women of all ages can experience the sandpapery sensation known as vaginal dryness. […] The drop in estrogen during menopause is a common culprit, as the walls of the vagina thin. However, there are many other causes of vaginal dryness that can affect women of any age. […] Sjgrens syndrome, an autoimmune condition, is known to cause dry eyes and a dry mouth, but it can also lead to vaginal dryness. Other autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, are also associated with decreased lubrication and sexual pain. […] Medications to treat breast cancer, such as tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors, block estrogen pathways not only in breast tissue but also in vaginal tissue. […] Antihistamines and decongestants lower moisture levels and reduce mucus not only in the nose, but also in the vagina. Other meds associated with vaginal dryness include calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and benzodiazepines as well as antiestrogen medications used to treat endometriosis and uterine fibroid tumors.

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  https://www.prevention.com/sex/a21968374/vaginal-dryness/

  Women of all ages can experience the sandpapery sensation known as vaginal dryness. […] The drop in estrogen during menopause is a common culprit, as the walls of the vagina thin. However, there are many other causes of vaginal dryness that can affect women of any age. […] Sjgrens syndrome, an autoimmune condition, is known to cause dry eyes and a dry mouth, but it can also lead to vaginal dryness. Other autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, are also associated with decreased lubrication and sexual pain. […] Medications to treat breast cancer, such as tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors, block estrogen pathways not only in breast tissue but also in vaginal tissue. […] Antihistamines and decongestants lower moisture levels and reduce mucus not only in the nose, but also in the vagina. Other meds associated with vaginal dryness include calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and benzodiazepines as well as antiestrogen medications used to treat endometriosis and uterine fibroid tumors.

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• #32 Vaginal dryness: Causes, treatments, and natural remedies

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321615

  Vaginal dryness can occur during and after menopause. There are also various other possible causes affecting vaginal lubrication. Examples include certain medications, some cancer treatments, stress and anxiety, and more. […] Vaginal dryness usually results from low estrogen levels. Estrogen is the hormone that keeps the lining of the vagina lubricated, thick, and elastic. […] Vaginal dryness usually results from a drop in estrogen levels. Estrogen levels begin to decrease as menopause approaches. […] Estrogen levels can drop for various reasons including: menopause, surgical removal of the ovaries (which can trigger menopause), childbirth and breastfeeding, treatments for cancer, including chemotherapy and radiation, anti-estrogen drugs for treating breast cancer or endometriosis. […] Other causes of vaginal dryness can include: Sjgrens syndrome, an autoimmune disorder that involves inflammation of the salivary and tear glands; using antihistamines, which help manage cold and allergy symptoms by drying secretions; antidepressants, which sometimes have sexual side effects such as vaginal dryness; stress and anxiety, which can affect libido and vaginal lubrication; reduced blood supply to the vagina; Flammer syndrome, in which blood vessels react in an unusual way to stimuli such as cold and stress. […] Females who smoke may experience menopause earlier than those who do not, and so vaginal dryness may occur at an earlier age in this group.

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• #34 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Certain health conditions or treatments for health conditions and can also cause vaginal dryness. Vaginal dryness can result from: Breastfeeding and childbirth. Birth control pills or any form of hormonal birth control. Cancer treatments including chemotherapy and hormone therapy. Diabetes. Medications, including anti-estrogen medications (treating uterine fibroids or endometriosis), certain antidepressants and antihistamines (treatment for itchy eyes and runny noses). Removal of your ovaries (oophorectomy). Sjogrens syndrome (an autoimmune disorder that can cause dryness throughout your body). Not being sexually aroused. Using scented or perfumed soaps, sprays and washes around or in your vagina. […] Vaginal dryness is usually most apparent during sexual penetration. Without enough vaginal lubrication, the friction (or rubbing) during sexual intercourse can cause pain and discomfort.

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• #36 What Causes Vaginal Dryness?

  https://ourkindra.com/blogs/journal/what-causes-vaginal-dryness-1?srsltid=AfmBOor1jXqKzAg-6nEMzL0yWY1e8zbS7qayu2RuAyxjyxnyRXHXceXa

  Treatments for breast cancer and other cancer treatments can also throw off your hormones and trigger vaginal dryness. […] Anti-estrogen medications may be the culprit for vaginal dryness. […] Douching can actually trigger inflammation, dryness, yeast infections and even urinary tract infections. […] Vaginal dryness can significantly impact sexual desire. […] Finally vigorous exercise, like cycling or spin classes, can also cause some dryness and irritation.

• #37 What Causes Vaginal Dryness?

  https://ourkindra.com/blogs/journal/what-causes-vaginal-dryness-1?srsltid=AfmBOor1jXqKzAg-6nEMzL0yWY1e8zbS7qayu2RuAyxjyxnyRXHXceXa

  Treatments for breast cancer and other cancer treatments can also throw off your hormones and trigger vaginal dryness. […] Anti-estrogen medications may be the culprit for vaginal dryness. […] Douching can actually trigger inflammation, dryness, yeast infections and even urinary tract infections. […] Vaginal dryness can significantly impact sexual desire. […] Finally vigorous exercise, like cycling or spin classes, can also cause some dryness and irritation.

• #38 7 Causes of Vaginal Dryness – Vie Aesthetics

  https://www.vie-aesthetics.com/blogs/seven-causes-of-vaginal-dryness

  Stress and anxiety impact our bodies in various ways, including vaginal lubrication. Elevated cortisol levels, the notorious stress hormone, can interfere with our body’s natural moisture levels, leaving our intimate areas feeling dry and less responsive. […] Sjogren’s syndrome, an autoimmune disorder, primarily affects the moisture-producing glands throughout the body, including the vaginal glands. This condition can cause vaginal dryness, alongside dryness in the mouth and eyes. […] Harsh soaps, douches, and scented products can disrupt the delicate pH balance and strip the vagina of its protective moisture, causing dryness and discomfort. […] When it comes to certain medical treatments like radiation therapy or chemotherapy, it’s essential to be aware of the potential impact on the health and function of vaginal tissues. These treatments, while crucial for addressing serious health conditions, can inadvertently lead to vaginal dryness and discomfort.

• #39 What Causes Vaginal Dryness? How To Relieve Pain and Burning | Woman’s World

  https://www.womansworld.com/wellness/what-causes-vaginal-dryness-how-to-relieve-pain-and-burning

  A 2018 study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology found that stress leads to an increase in cortisol levels, which impacts vaginal microbiome health. An imbalance in the vaginal microbiome (the good and bad bacteria found naturally in your vagina) can cause discomfort and even dryness. […] Dr. Shepherd described stress as an indirect cause of vaginal dryness. If people are going through very stressful times in their life, such as like losing a job, maybe a divorce or maybe having gone through a death in the family that really caused them to have some stress, you can link stress to a reason why your body responds in the way it does, one of those being with vaginal dryness, says Dr. Shepherd.

• #40 Vaginal dryness in young women

  https://www.hormona.io/blog/vagina-dryness-young-women/

  Progesterone and oestrogen fluctuations (more hormones!) during your cycle may be influencing your moisture. Vaginal dryness is closely linked to the levels of oestrogen that flow through our bodies. […] Alcohol and other substance use can cause dehydration in your body, and your vagina is not exempt. Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol can also numb your nerve endings and other tissue response. […] Another cause for vaginal dryness can be the most seemingly innocent of them all, scented soap, cream, laundry detergent, fabric softener and even scented toilet paper.

• #41 Vaginal dryness

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness is a common problem that many women have at some point in their lives. […] You can get vaginal dryness if you: go through the menopause, are breastfeeding, take contraceptive pills or antidepressants, have your womb removed (a hysterectomy), have cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy. […] These things can cause a change in your hormone levels. This change can affect how much vaginal discharge or fluid you have. […] You can also have vaginal dryness if you: are not aroused during sex, use perfumed soaps, washes or douches in and around your vagina, have an underlying condition, such as diabetes or Sjgren’s syndrome.

• #42 The causes of vaginal dryness are no cause for shame | Woman & Home

  https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/

  Women can experience hormonal imbalances at any age, and this can also cause vaginal dryness. Hormonal imbalances can be affected by anything from diet to poor sleep hygiene. […] Many women believe the fault lies with them if theyre unable to get wet but usually, dryness is an indicator that more time is needed in order to become fully aroused. […] How you care for your vagina and your body more generally can also affect whether you feel dry down there. Washing with scented soaps and products that could upset your vaginas natural flora can cause dryness, itching, and discomfort. Douching will also cause these symptoms so its best to avoid it.

• #43 Vaginal Dryness – What Does It Feel Like? How To Tackle It.

  https://www.gynae-centre.co.uk/blog/vaginal-dryness-how-to-tackle-this-common-issue/

  Menopause Another cause of hormonal imbalance, menopause usually occurs in women over the age of 40 after a period of transition called the perimenopause. Early menopause can also take place on rare occasions. During menopause, vaginal dryness is a very common issue. […] Low sex drive As discharge most commonly occurs during arousal, you may find that you suffer from vaginal dryness around periods of low desire for sex. These periods are completely normal, although they can also happen due to relationship issues, sexual trauma, mental health problems, and having low self confidence. […] Douching Douching refers to cleaning the inside of the vagina, sometimes with a stream of water, but usually with a formula that contains an antiseptic or fragrance. Some women do this because they say that it helps them feel ‘cleaner’, however, douching is completely unnecessary and can do more harm than good. When douching, the vaginal microbiome (the collection of bacteria inside the vagina) gets disturbed, and this can cause a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis, as well as vaginal dryness.

• #44 What Causes (and Helps with) Vaginal Dryness? An OB-GYN Shares All | HUM Nutrition Blog

  https://www.humnutrition.com/blog/causes-of-vaginal-dryness/?srsltid=AfmBOoq2SkSe_EHHVHMMWHs4U1IJZYcDFfOo4L_S0d-UVtd2q8EShWT3

  You may be surprised to learn that inadequate hydration is, in fact, a potential instigator of vaginal dryness. […] Lastly, Dr. Abraham says that other reasons include: taking medications for mental health or cold/allergies, medical conditions that cause other manifestations of dryness in the body.

• #45 5 Causes of Vaginal Dryness

  https://www.everydayhealth.com/sexual-health/vaginal-dryness.aspx

  According to a 2024 review by Reed and colleagues, early studies found an association between microbiomes with lower levels of Lactobacillus, a bacteria researchers think is helpful to vaginal health after menopause, and more dryness symptoms. […] Hormone therapy likely helps increase the beneficial bacteria, Lactobacillus, which is most common in a healthy premenopausal vagina. […] Vaginal dryness, which can lead to discomfort and pain, can be caused by various things, including estrogen loss, dehydration, and health conditions.

• #46 What Causes Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://nj.labiaplastyvaginoplasty.com/blog/what-causes-vaginal-dryness/

  Vaginal dryness and itching are common complaints in gynecological clinics. This condition is characterized by a lack of natural lubrication in the vaginal mucosal lining. Many women experience this, and it affects their quality of life. This painful and discomforting disorder usually occurs due to reduced levels of the hormone, estrogen and is mostly common in postmenopausal women, although it can occur at any age. […] The causes of vaginal dryness may be physiological or pathological. […] These are innate causes that result from reduced estrogen hormone levels in the body. This is commonly seen in postmenopausal women during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is also seen when there is inadequate sexual arousal during intercourse. […] These are causes or conditions outside the body that result in vaginal dryness. They include: Medications e.g. contraceptive pills, anti-histamines, antidepressants, and chemotherapeutic drugs. Cancer treatments that damage the ovaries and reduce estrogen levels e.g chemotherapy, radiotherapy, hormonal therapy. Autoimmune conditions like Sjogren’s syndrome. Medical conditions like diabetes mellitus. Cigarette smoking (because of its anti-oestrogenic effect). Vulvovaginitis caused by infections such as yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis. Surgical removal of the uterus and/or ovaries. Allergies; some women may be allergic to cold weather, perfumes, soaps and douching, all of which can cause vaginal dryness. […] Hormonal Assay Test: this helps assess estrogen levels in the body, as low estrogen levels are the most common etiology of vaginal dryness.

• #47 Vaginal dryness: Symptoms, remedies – Mayo Clinic Health System

  https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/vaginal-dryness-symptoms-causes-and-remedies

  Vaginal dryness can cause painful intercourse and persistent pelvic pain, among other symptoms. While it’s more common in menopausal women, it also affects younger women. […] A handful of factors can affect vaginal dryness. Estrogen is the most important hormonal influence on the health of the vulva and vagina. Low estrogen can contribute to dryness. Diet and the use of certain medications also are important factors. You can expect any medications that cause dry eyes and dry mouth to have a similar effect on the vagina. […] Estrogen levels in the blood vary during the month and follow a common pattern to each menstrual cycle. For women who are not on hormonal birth control, levels are lowest in the days just before and after the start of menstrual bleeding. This low level sometimes can contribute to vulvar and vaginal dryness. Very low-dose hormonal birth control can contribute to dryness.

• #48 Vaginal dryness: Causes, treatments, and natural remedies

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321615

  Vaginal dryness can occur during and after menopause. There are also various other possible causes affecting vaginal lubrication. Examples include certain medications, some cancer treatments, stress and anxiety, and more. […] Vaginal dryness usually results from low estrogen levels. Estrogen is the hormone that keeps the lining of the vagina lubricated, thick, and elastic. […] Vaginal dryness usually results from a drop in estrogen levels. Estrogen levels begin to decrease as menopause approaches. […] Estrogen levels can drop for various reasons including: menopause, surgical removal of the ovaries (which can trigger menopause), childbirth and breastfeeding, treatments for cancer, including chemotherapy and radiation, anti-estrogen drugs for treating breast cancer or endometriosis. […] Other causes of vaginal dryness can include: Sjgrens syndrome, an autoimmune disorder that involves inflammation of the salivary and tear glands; using antihistamines, which help manage cold and allergy symptoms by drying secretions; antidepressants, which sometimes have sexual side effects such as vaginal dryness; stress and anxiety, which can affect libido and vaginal lubrication; reduced blood supply to the vagina; Flammer syndrome, in which blood vessels react in an unusual way to stimuli such as cold and stress. […] Females who smoke may experience menopause earlier than those who do not, and so vaginal dryness may occur at an earlier age in this group.

• #49 Menopause & Vaginal Dryness: Causes & Treatment

  https://bywinona.com/menopause-symptoms/vaginal-dryness?srsltid=AfmBOooGlC7ULcjX5vZTqdFMeTlcVjdkzWeufHG-Lk0Sz1afyzzVGhxc

  Vaginal dryness can affect women at any age, but it becomes particularly prevalent during the menopausal transition. […] The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) classifies these symptoms, triggered by a decrease in estrogen levels, as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). […] Vaginal dryness persists due to physical changes in the vaginal tissues. These tissues become thinner, drier, and less flexible due to estrogen loss, significantly impacting quality of life. […] The walls of the vagina are coated with a thin layer of moisture. This moisture, secreted by the vaginal wall cells, aids in sperm survival and travel and reduces friction during sexual intercourse. However, as estrogen production declines with menopause, vaginal secretions diminish, leading to vaginal dryness. […] Estrogen is crucial for maintaining the vagina’s lubrication, elasticity, and thickness. As estrogen levels decline during the menopausal transition, it can result in thinning, drying, and inflammation of the vaginal walls. […] Several other associated factors may also contribute to vaginal dryness: Smoking cigarettes, Depression, Stress, Immune system disorders, Certain cancer treatments.

• #50 Menopause & Vaginal Dryness: Causes & Treatment

  https://bywinona.com/menopause-symptoms/vaginal-dryness?srsltid=AfmBOooGlC7ULcjX5vZTqdFMeTlcVjdkzWeufHG-Lk0Sz1afyzzVGhxc

  Vaginal dryness can affect women at any age, but it becomes particularly prevalent during the menopausal transition. […] The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) classifies these symptoms, triggered by a decrease in estrogen levels, as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). […] Vaginal dryness persists due to physical changes in the vaginal tissues. These tissues become thinner, drier, and less flexible due to estrogen loss, significantly impacting quality of life. […] The walls of the vagina are coated with a thin layer of moisture. This moisture, secreted by the vaginal wall cells, aids in sperm survival and travel and reduces friction during sexual intercourse. However, as estrogen production declines with menopause, vaginal secretions diminish, leading to vaginal dryness. […] Estrogen is crucial for maintaining the vagina’s lubrication, elasticity, and thickness. As estrogen levels decline during the menopausal transition, it can result in thinning, drying, and inflammation of the vaginal walls. […] Several other associated factors may also contribute to vaginal dryness: Smoking cigarettes, Depression, Stress, Immune system disorders, Certain cancer treatments.

• #51 Vaginal Dryness: Causes & Treatment

  https://pelvicare.uk/blog/vaginal-dryness-causes-treatment

  Vaginal lubrication is directly affected by the production of estrogen. Amongst other things, this hormone is responsible for keeping the vagina healthy, elastic and moisturised. Therefore, anything that affects the body’s ability to product estrogen will cause some degree of dryness. […] As your estrogen level declines, the vagina and vulva are prone to thinner skin that is less flexible, causing unpleasant inflammation and the dryness that we associate particularly with menopause. These changes in the vaginal tissues are known by some different names, including atrophic vaginitis, vaginal atrophy, vulvar atrophy or vulvovaginal atrophy. […] In addition to declining levels of estrogen, problems with a dry vagina can be triggered by breastfeeding, hormone-based birth control, certain medications, like some antidepressants, diabetes and harsh soaps or perfumes used around the vagina. Douching can also strip the natural lubrication, leaving the area dry and uncomfortable.

• #52 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Certain health conditions or treatments for health conditions and can also cause vaginal dryness. Vaginal dryness can result from: Breastfeeding and childbirth. Birth control pills or any form of hormonal birth control. Cancer treatments including chemotherapy and hormone therapy. Diabetes. Medications, including anti-estrogen medications (treating uterine fibroids or endometriosis), certain antidepressants and antihistamines (treatment for itchy eyes and runny noses). Removal of your ovaries (oophorectomy). Sjogrens syndrome (an autoimmune disorder that can cause dryness throughout your body). Not being sexually aroused. Using scented or perfumed soaps, sprays and washes around or in your vagina. […] Vaginal dryness is usually most apparent during sexual penetration. Without enough vaginal lubrication, the friction (or rubbing) during sexual intercourse can cause pain and discomfort.

• #53 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Vaginal dryness causes discomfort and pain in your vagina, especially during sex. A dry vagina may also cause: Burning and itching. Bleeding after sex due to your vaginal wall tissues breaking open. Soreness in your vulva. Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) or yeast infections. Needing to pee more often. Not wanting to have sex. […] Vaginal dryness is a common symptom youll likely experience at some point in your life. Several conditions and factors cause your vagina to become dry such as menopause or taking certain medications. This dry feeling can lead to painful sex or burning, itching and soreness in your genitals. Reach out to your healthcare provider for help if your vaginal dryness doesnt go away with over-the-counter treatment or if your symptoms worsen.

• #54 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Vaginal dryness causes discomfort and pain in your vagina, especially during sex. A dry vagina may also cause: Burning and itching. Bleeding after sex due to your vaginal wall tissues breaking open. Soreness in your vulva. Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) or yeast infections. Needing to pee more often. Not wanting to have sex. […] Vaginal dryness is a common symptom youll likely experience at some point in your life. Several conditions and factors cause your vagina to become dry such as menopause or taking certain medications. This dry feeling can lead to painful sex or burning, itching and soreness in your genitals. Reach out to your healthcare provider for help if your vaginal dryness doesnt go away with over-the-counter treatment or if your symptoms worsen.

• #55 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Vaginal dryness causes discomfort and pain in your vagina, especially during sex. A dry vagina may also cause: Burning and itching. Bleeding after sex due to your vaginal wall tissues breaking open. Soreness in your vulva. Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) or yeast infections. Needing to pee more often. Not wanting to have sex. […] Vaginal dryness is a common symptom youll likely experience at some point in your life. Several conditions and factors cause your vagina to become dry such as menopause or taking certain medications. This dry feeling can lead to painful sex or burning, itching and soreness in your genitals. Reach out to your healthcare provider for help if your vaginal dryness doesnt go away with over-the-counter treatment or if your symptoms worsen.

• #56 Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21027-vaginal-dryness

  Vaginal dryness causes discomfort and pain in your vagina, especially during sex. A dry vagina may also cause: Burning and itching. Bleeding after sex due to your vaginal wall tissues breaking open. Soreness in your vulva. Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) or yeast infections. Needing to pee more often. Not wanting to have sex. […] Vaginal dryness is a common symptom youll likely experience at some point in your life. Several conditions and factors cause your vagina to become dry such as menopause or taking certain medications. This dry feeling can lead to painful sex or burning, itching and soreness in your genitals. Reach out to your healthcare provider for help if your vaginal dryness doesnt go away with over-the-counter treatment or if your symptoms worsen.

• #57 Vaginal Atrophy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15500-vaginal-atrophy

  Women in menopause are the most likely to experience vaginal atrophy because their body naturally produces less estrogen. However, other factors can decrease estrogen levels and lead to vaginal atrophy. These include decreased ovarian functioning due to chemotherapy or radiation therapy, medications that contain antiestrogen properties including tamoxifen, medroxyprogesterone and nafarelin, oophorectomy (removal of your ovaries), some birth control pills, immune disorders, breastfeeding, and smoking cigarettes. […] Vaginal atrophy can affect your quality of life and your relationship with your partner(s). There are physical and emotional side effects of GSM. Physical symptoms like pain, burning, itching and leaking pee can disrupt all areas of your life. Emotional side effects are just as complicated as the physical side effects.

• #58 Vaginal Atrophy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15500-vaginal-atrophy

  Vaginal atrophy can’t be cured, but you don’t have to live with the discomfort. With proper diagnosis and treatment, the symptoms can be managed. […] Yes, it can. That’s why prompt treatment is important. The sooner you get treatment, the less likely it is that your vaginal atrophy will worsen. For example, the longer you go without estrogen, the dryer your vagina will become. Without treatment, your vaginal atrophy may get worse. Occasionally, atrophy can become so severe that it can significantly narrow your vaginal opening. This may make it harder to treat the atrophy if treatment is started too late.

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