Treatment for vaginal dryness, thinning skin, itchiness, painful sex, frequent UTIs, and urgency.
Vaginal Dryness | Vaginal Itching or Burning | Vaginal Discharge | Painful Sexual Intercourse | Urinary Symptoms | Urinary Incontinence | Urinary Tract Infections | Genital Atrophy | Risk Factors | How to Get Help
When estrogen levels decline in menopause, there’s a good chance you’ll be dealing with vaginal atrophy (VA). Vaginal atrophy is also known as the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), and refers to a constellation of vaginal and urinary symptoms caused by a lack of estrogen.
Although vaginal and urinary changes are very common in menopause, few women get the care they need1. Remember that many vaginal conditions have similar symptoms, so it’s essential to understand if a lack of estrogen is causing your symptoms. Otherwise, you could be treating the wrong thing.
To help you assess whether you may be experiencing vaginal atrophy, we've created a checklist of common symptoms. Simply go through the checklist below and check any symptoms that apply to you.
If you've checked "yes" to two or more of these questions, we encourage you to reach out to a healthcare professional, such as a gynecologist or a menopause specialist, for further evaluation for vaginal atrophy.
Fortunately, there are several simple and effective options that can help treat the root cause of vaginal atrophy. Vaginal estrogen is prescribed as a vaginal ring, cream, or suppository. Home remedies like coconut oil may also help with symptoms related to dryness.
Vaginal atrophy can worsen with time, so early diagnosis and proper management of vaginal atrophy can significantly improve your symptoms and overall well-being!
Remember, this checklist is only a way to learn what vaginal atrophy looks like and should not replace personalized medical advice. By seeking medical assistance, you'll receive tailored guidance, treatment options, and ongoing support based on your specific needs.
Interlude is a 100% online telemedicine service that offers an easy online consultation, prescription treatment, and ongoing support for vaginal atrophy.
For eligible women, our caring MDs and GYNs offer prescription vaginal estradiol, 1:1 messaging, and discreet shipping to your door.
Interlude offers online treatment and support for menopause-related symptoms. Women can access a provider that acknowledges the importance and safety of prescription treatment, feel comfortable talking about private topics, and get ongoing treatment delivered.