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VAGINAL
DRYNESS
- Vaginal dryness
can be experienced by all women over the age of 18 at some point in
their lives. While the largest group who experience vaginal dryness
is among menopausal women, there are many other factors that affect
or increase the problem. Some, but by no means all, are related to
lower estrogen levels:
- Lower estrogen
levels from. . .
menopause
(peri- to post-)
menstrual cycle changes
pregnancy
childbirth
nursing
some hormonal contraceptives
endometriosis drugs
infertility drugs
hysterectomy and other related surgeries
stress, fatigue
rigorous exercise
- Other factors.
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intercourse
diaphragms
antidepressants
antihistamines/decongestants
antibiotics
chemotherapy
radiation
drying soaps
douches
tampons
condoms
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