Vulvar and vaginal atrophy: physiology, clinical presentation, and treatment considerations
A Lev-Sagie - Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2015 - journals.lww.com
Vulvovaginal atrophy is a common condition associated with decreased estrogenization of
the vaginal tissue. Symptoms include vaginal dryness, irritation, itching, soreness, burning,
dyspareunia, discharge, urinary frequency, and urgency. It can occur at any time in a
woman's life cycle, although more commonly in the postmenopausal phase, during which
the prevalence is approximately 50%. Despite the high prevalence and the substantial effect
on quality of life, vulvovaginal atrophy often remains underreported and undertreated. This …
the vaginal tissue. Symptoms include vaginal dryness, irritation, itching, soreness, burning,
dyspareunia, discharge, urinary frequency, and urgency. It can occur at any time in a
woman's life cycle, although more commonly in the postmenopausal phase, during which
the prevalence is approximately 50%. Despite the high prevalence and the substantial effect
on quality of life, vulvovaginal atrophy often remains underreported and undertreated. This …