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Vaginal Atrophy: symptoms and causes
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The genitourinary syndrome of menopause (vaginal atrophy or atrophic vaginitis) frequently affects menopausal and peri menopausal ladies. It’s a condition where the lining of your vagina gets drier and thinner through the loss of estrogen. Burning, itching, spotting and pain during sex are common symptoms, along with frequent urination and urinary tract infections.
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During menopause, your body makes less estrogen. Without estrogen, the lining of your vagina can become thinner and less stretchy. Your vaginal canal can also narrow and shorten. Less estrogen also lowers the amount of normal vaginal fluids and changes the acid balance in your vagina. All of these factors make your vaginal tissue more delicate and more likely to become irritated.
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Your body can also produce less estrogen during events other than menopause. People who are breastfeeding, receiving treatment for cancer or who have had their ovaries removed can also experience vaginal atrophy due to lack of estrogen.
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What are the effects that this can cause?
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Vaginal atrophy can affect your quality of life and your relationship with your partner(s). There are physical and emotional side effects of GSM. Physical symptoms like pain, burning, itching and leaking pee can disrupt all areas of your life. Emotional side effects are just as complicated as the physical side effects. People experiencing symptoms of vaginal atrophy may lose interest in sex and intimacy or lose confidence in themselves. Please know that all of these feelings are normal and that your healthcare provider is there to help you.
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A health practitioner can diagnose vaginal atrophy based on your symptoms and a pelvic exam to look at your vagina and cervix :
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- A shortened or narrowed vagina.
- Dryness, redness and swelling.
- Loss of stretchiness.
- Whitish discoloration to your vagina.
- Vulvar skin conditions, vulvar lesions and/or vulvar patch redness.
- Minor cuts (lacerations) near your vaginal opening.
- Decrease in size of the labia.
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Navigating menopause and understanding its impact on Mental Health
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As this week is Mental Health Awareness week we feel its important to help shed some light on the often overlooked link between menopause and mental wellbeing. As we are all aware, menopause is a natural phase in every woman's life marking the end of the reproductive years, and along with this it can also bring about huge hormonal shifts …
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18.05.24 -Enjoy a relaxing Sound bath with Menopaus'ull
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Take some time out and enjoy a relaxing Sound bath that is designed to relax and restore on Saturday 18th May at 12.30pm until 2.30pm. The immersive Sound bath will follow an hour's social session giving a great opportunity to get to know each other, have an informal chat and discuss any highs or lows of the menopause or anything …
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23.05.24 - Join us for an evening of chat about visibility during menopause and your experiences with health practitioners
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As we all know menopause is a natural cycle in a woman's life yet it is often spoken about in codes and shrouded in stigma. In our society discussions around menopause are often hushed or set aside to be talked about quietly leaving many of us feeling isolated and misunderstood. The Menopaus'ull team and its supporters want to break this …
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06.06.24 - Join the team for a workshop discussing Sex & Anger during menopause
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Whilst many of us are aware of the physical symptoms that menopause can bring hormonal changes can cause changes to your emotional wellbeing too and these can often be overlooked. The Menopaus'ull team are hosting an evening of open and honest discussion on this misunderstood symptom of menopause and how its effects can be detrimental to our everyday lives. Feelings …
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13.06.24 - Midlife Health MOTs at the AMCC
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Get ready to take charge of your health and embrace a proactive approach to your well-being. Why not take control of your health and learn how by just making some small alterations to your lifestyle these can have a big impact on your health. At Your Health Check, they believe that prevention is the key to a healthier, happier life. …
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Humber Wellbeing Hub menopause cafes
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The lovely team at Humber Wellbeing Hub are hosting regular menopause cafes Room 2, Cottingham Adult Learning and Employability Centre Thursday 6th June, 1-2 pm These will run every first Thursday of the month. Come together for an empowering hour of support, sharing experiences, and learning about navigating menopause. Let’s break the stigma and embrace this natural transition together. See …
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Hull & East Riding Endometriosis Masquerade Ball
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HEY Endo would like to invite you to this year's fundraising event Unmasking The Mystery - Masquerade Ball Make sure to follow our official event page to be kept upto date with the event https://fb.me/e/3LqD74JKa HEY Endo is a local support group ran by a team of 3!They attend events where they can with an information stall helping as many people with …
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Get your neckfans ready for summer!
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Wanting to prepare for the summer heat? If so, look no further than this cutting-edge neckfan, the ultimate solution to beat the heat while staying stylish. Say goodbye to sweaty necks and discomfort as these comfortable, easily adjustable neckfans are designed to fit seamlessly around your neck, with a refreshing breeze that will keep you cool and comfortable all day, …
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New books in our FREE Menopaus'ull library!
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Did you know that you can loan a book for free from us here at Menopaus'ull?! We have just added another couple of fantastic reads to our ever growing collection of books. Waking up in Winter - In search of what really matters in life - by Cheryl Richardson Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom - The complete guide to Womens Health …
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