Ep 51 | The Sahara Down There: Vaginal Dryness & Perimenopause

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Vaginal dryness, itching, burning, and painful sex? Ah, the many gifts of perimenopause that nobody asked for. As estrogen levels decline, the vulva and vagina can undergo some pretty significant changes. And while these symptoms are common, they aren't something you just have to live with. Your vagina deserves better. In this episode of OvaryActive, the Docs are getting up close and personal with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). They explain why hormonal changes affect vaginal and vulvar tissues, how symptoms can range from mild irritation to recurrent UTIs, and why vaginal estrogen might just become your new best friend. From over-the-counter moisturizers to prescription…