Does systemic HRT fix vaginal dryness for everyone?
Does systemic HRT fix vaginal dryness for everyone? Does systemic HRT fix vaginal dryness for everyone? Not always. Many feel better on HRT, but genitourinary syndrome…
If HRT helps hot flushes but not dryness, what next?
If HRT helps hot flushes but not dryness, what next? If HRT helps hot flushes but not dryness, what next? Add local therapy targeted to genitourinary…
Can I use local oestrogen with or without HRT?
Can I use local oestrogen with or without HRT? Yes. Local vaginal oestrogen (cream, pessary/tablet, or ring) can be used on its own or alongside systemic…
Is vaginal dryness linked to recurrent UTIs?
Is vaginal dryness linked to recurrent UTIs? Yes—vaginal dryness as part of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) can raise the risk of recurrent urinary tract infections…
Which daily habits reduce irritation (underwear, soaps, bath products)?
Which daily habits reduce irritation (underwear, soaps, bath products)? Which daily habits reduce irritation (underwear, soaps, bath products)? Keep care simple: rinse with lukewarm water, use…
How long does local oestrogen take to work for dryness?
How long does local oestrogen take to work for dryness? How long does local oestrogen take to work for dryness? Early relief often appears within 2–4…
What is local vaginal oestrogen and how does it work?
What is local vaginal oestrogen and how does it work? Local vaginal oestrogen is a very low-dose treatment placed directly in the vagina as a cream,…
Do dilators help painful sex caused by GSM?
Do dilators help painful sex caused by GSM? Yes—vaginal dilators can help when painful sex (dyspareunia) is driven by genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), especially if…
Can psychosexual therapy improve comfort and confidence?
Can psychosexual therapy improve comfort and confidence? Yes. Psychosexual therapy can reduce anxiety, fear-avoidance and the “anticipatory wince” that often follow painful sex in genitourinary syndrome…
Can I combine DHEA with moisturisers or oestrogen?
Can I combine DHEA with moisturisers or oestrogen? Can I combine DHEA with moisturisers or oestrogen? Yes—many people layer a scheduled vaginal moisturiser with vaginal DHEA…
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