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

• Bu...

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.,...

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N95.2 Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis

E28.39 Other primary ovarian failure

627.3 Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis

256.39 Other ovarian failure

75993002 Atrophic vulvovaginitis

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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 ...