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Vaginal atrophy, or atrophic vaginitis, is characterized by the thinning and drying of the vaginal walls. It develops as a result of decreased estrogen levels, and affects approximately 50% of postmenopausal women. Many women will experience pain during sex, but additional urinary symptoms may develop.Most Common Sympt
Vaginal atrophy, or atrophic vaginitis, is characterized by the thinning and drying of the vaginal walls. It develops as a result of decreased estrogen levels, and affects approximately 50% of postmenopausal women. Many women will experience pain during sex, but additional urinary symptoms may develop.Most Common Symptoms:
Vaginal dryness
Vaginal burning and/or itching
Vaginal discharge
Burning with urination
Urgency with urination
Frequent urination
Recurrent urinary tract infections
Urinary incontinence
Pain with intercourse
Spotting or bleeding
What is vaginal or vulvovaginal atrophy and what are its causes?
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