How can you treat vaginal dryness?

Vaginal dryness can be a big cause of discomfort and frustration. However, it doesn't need to be this way! Finding the right vaginal dryness treatment for you can offer soothing relief from uncomfortable symptoms.

 

What causes vaginal dryness?

The most common cause of vaginal dryness is a drop in the hormone estrogen during the menopause, but some other causes of vaginal dryness include:

• Childbirth
• Breastfeeding
• Cancer treatments
• Antidepressants
• Antihistamines
• Cold and flu medication
• Stress
• Anxiety

The glands in the cervix produce a natural lubricant that helps keep the vagina moist, clean and healthy. Vaginal dryness occurs when these glands produce less lubricant.

 

Symptoms of vaginal dryness

The symptoms of vaginal dryness can vary in intensity, from mild discomfort during intercourse to a constant burning pain in the vagina. Other symptoms of vaginal dryness include:

• Itching
• Burning
• General pain
• Discomfort during sex
• Light bleeding following sex
• Recurring urinary tract infections
  
  

Vaginal dryness treatment

There are some personal lubrications that are designed as vaginal moisturisers. These lubricants are designed to relieve the uncomfortable symptoms of vaginal dryness.