Can a health care professional help me with this one?

Question

Hi, I would like to know if all women experience a dry vagina when they go through menopause. If you don't want to answer this on the board, please feel free to e-mail me.

Answer 1

Yes, the majority of women do suffer vaginal dryness with menopause; in fact, it is the most common symptom and complaint.

The reason is that estrogen normally causes your membranes to produce lubrication but estrogen production decreases during menopause, leading to a decrease in mucus production and resulting in dryness.

Just get some KY jelly (the warming lotion is really nice) and keep it by your bedside. If you want further info, please don't hesitate to ask.