Which products should I avoid on the vulva/vagina?
Which products should I avoid on the vulva/vagina? Which products should I avoid on the vulva/vagina? If you have genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), delicate tissue…
Tips to make intimacy more comfortable during GSM?
Tips to make intimacy more comfortable during GSM? Tips to make intimacy more comfortable during GSM? Start with friction control: schedule a vaginal moisturiser and use…
Are warming or flavoured lubricants okay with sensitive skin?
Are warming or flavoured lubricants okay with sensitive skin? Often not ideal. Warming and flavoured lubricants frequently contain fragrances, flavourings, sugars or “tingle” agents that can…
Can condoms or sex toys worsen dryness or irritation?
Can condoms or sex toys worsen dryness or irritation? Can condoms or sex toys worsen dryness or irritation? Sometimes—especially with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) if…
Best aftercare to reduce irritation after a procedure?
Best aftercare to reduce irritation after a procedure? Best aftercare to reduce irritation after a procedure? Keep things gentle for a few days: lukewarm water only,…
What to do if I get spotting or burning after treatment?
What to do if I get spotting or burning after treatment? What to do if I get spotting or burning after treatment? Mild, short-lived spotting or…
Does endometriosis or adenomyosis change the plan?
Does endometriosis or adenomyosis change the plan? Does endometriosis or adenomyosis change the plan? Yes—GSM (vaginal dryness/atrophy) still responds to non-hormonal moisturisers, suitable lubricants and, when…
How quickly should I expect relief from moisturisers vs local oestrogen?
How quickly should I expect relief from moisturisers vs local oestrogen? How quickly should I expect relief from moisturisers vs local oestrogen? Many notice easier glide…
When do device-based or injectable treatments start to work?
When do device-based or injectable treatments start to work? When do device-based or injectable treatments start to work? Improvements are usually gradual. With vaginal laser/radiofrequency, comfort…
What happens if symptoms return after stopping treatment?
What happens if symptoms return after stopping treatment? What happens if symptoms return after stopping treatment? With genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), dryness and discomfort often…
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