MENOPAUSE AND VAGINAL ATROPHY
The symptoms of menopause in women are caused by the absence of hormones, which are no longer produced when a woman enters the “change” or menopause stage of life. The absence of these essential hormones such as estrogen will cause a number of symptoms, one of them being vaginal atrophy. When a body part atrophies, it means that the body part is “wasting away” or decreasing in size. Vaginal atrophy, also known as atrophic vaginitis, is a common condition that occurs due to decreased estrogen levels, typically during and after menopause. Estrogen plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of the vaginal tissues, including keeping the vaginal lining thick, elastic, and well-lubricated. When estrogen levels decline, as they do during menopause, the vaginal tissues may become thinner, drier, and less elastic, leading to symptoms such as: 1. Vaginal dryness 2. Itching or burning in the vaginal area 3. Pain or disco...