In what order should I try moisturisers, local oestrogen, devices, or injectables?
In what order should I try moisturisers, local oestrogen, devices, or injectables? In what order should I try moisturisers, local oestrogen, devices, or injectables? Start with…
Can I combine laser/RF with PRP or polynucleotides for dryness?
Can I combine laser/RF with PRP or polynucleotides for dryness? Can I combine laser/RF with PRP or polynucleotides for dryness? Sometimes—after foundations (vaginal moisturiser and a…
Do I need a break between different treatment types?
Do I need a break between different treatment types? Do I need a break between different treatment types? Usually, yes—short pauses help tissues settle and let…
How do you decide between injectables and energy-based treatments?
How do you decide between injectables and energy-based treatments? How do you decide between injectables and energy-based treatments? Start by mapping your exact symptoms and making…
Can stress or low oestrogen trigger dryness flares?
Can stress or low oestrogen trigger dryness flares? Yes. Falling oestrogen during peri- and post-menopause lowers natural lubrication and raises vaginal pH; stress can further reduce…
Do certain medications worsen vaginal dryness?
Do certain medications worsen vaginal dryness? Yes. Some medicines can reduce natural lubrication, irritate already sensitive tissue, or lower oestrogen—making genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) symptoms…
What tests might be needed before treatment?
What tests might be needed before treatment? Most people with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) can start care based on history and examination alone. Tests are…
What red-flag symptoms mean I should seek urgent review?
What red-flag symptoms mean I should seek urgent review? What red-flag symptoms mean I should seek urgent review? Seek same-day care for post-menopausal bleeding, severe or…
Do vaginal lasers or radiofrequency help GSM?
Do vaginal lasers or radiofrequency help GSM? Vaginal lasers and radiofrequency (RF) aim to warm tissues and stimulate repair for genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), sometimes…
What does NICE say about energy-based treatments for dryness?
What does NICE say about energy-based treatments for dryness? NICE guidance prioritises non-hormonal care (vaginal moisturisers and suitable lubricants) and—when symptoms affect quality of life—low-dose local…
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