Vulvovaginitis, Estrogen Deficient

Estrogen-deficient vulvovaginitis is a hypoestrogenic state with external genital, urologic, and sexual sequelae.

Estrogen deficiency affects all tissues in the female body; however, ...

All female patients should be asked about symptoms because many women are embarrassed to discuss these issues with their health care providers (1).

• Vaginal dryness

• Dyspareunia

• Pruritus

• B...

Wear loose-fitting, undyed cotton underwear.

Avoid prolonged pad use, especially scented pads.

Avoid feminine deodorant sprays and douching.

Symptomatic relief, if needed (e.g.,...

Pitsouni  E, Grigoriadis  T, Falagas  M, et al. Laser therapy for the genitourinary syndrome of menopause. A systematic review and meta-analysis. Maturita...

N95.2 Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis

E28.39 Other primary ovarian failure

75993002 Atrophic vulvovaginitis

110368006 decreased estrogen level (finding)

408386002 Perimenopausal atrophi...

Estrogen-deficient vulvovaginitis affects virtually all postmenopausal women to some degree as well as some premenopausal women.

This disorder is associated with genital, urologic, and ...