Can adrenal fatigue impact vaginal sensation?
While adrenal fatigue is not a medically recognised diagnosis, adrenal insufficiency and chronic stress can affect hormone levels, which may impact vaginal sensation and sexual health.
Detailed Medical Explanation
The adrenal glands produce hormones involved in stress response, metabolism, and sexual health. Genuine adrenal insufficiency (Addison’s disease) can lower oestrogen and androgen production, leading to vaginal dryness and reduced sensation. Chronic stress may also disrupt hormonal balance. Women with ongoing symptoms should seek proper endocrine assessment. NHS: Addison’s disease.
Clinical Context
Suspected hormonal imbalances should always be assessed by a healthcare professional. True adrenal disorders are treatable with hormone replacement and stress management.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NICE and NHS advise against unproven adrenal fatigue treatments and recommend thorough evaluation for hormonal or endocrine causes of vaginal symptoms (NICE CKS).