DR WOLFFS V-SAN MOISTURISING CREAM 50G VIGINAL DRYNESS - 50 G

What you should know about the symptoms of “vaginal dryness” The symptoms of vaginal dryness can severely affect the quality of life of those women affected. The sensation of dryness is often accompanied by other discomfort, such as itching, stinging or soreness involving the vagina, vaginal entrance and external genital area. In many cases, these symptoms also make sexual intercourse painful. Particularly affected are women in the menopause (which, in some cases, starts as early as at 40 years of age) and during the years thereafter. In such cases, vaginal dryness is caused by the decreasing production of sex hormones (including oestrogen). Less vaginal fluid is produced within the vagina; the skin becomes thinner and more fragile. Whilst this process is quite normal, it can bring considerable discomfort. After womb or ovarian surgery, during pregnancy and breast-feeding or while taking the Pill, hormone deficiency/fluctuations or hormonal imbalance can also lead to symptoms of vaginal dryness. Some metabolic disorders (e.g. diabetes), medications, radiation treatment for cancer and even stress can also be associated with dryness in the internal and external genital area.