There are a variety of causes for vaginal dryness. Some of
the causes could include differing estrogen levels after menopause, cancer
treatments, child birth, certain medications and even a lack of foreplay.
If you are experiencing vaginal dryness, here are a few tips for how to treat
this problem.
1) Use
a lubricant daily to soften the vaginal walls. This can be inserted with your
fingers or with the help of a baster. Rub the lubricants around the first 2 to
3 inches of the vaginal entrance (avoiding the urethra). Lubricants that can be used include olive oil,
cold pressed coconut oil, or a water based lubricant such as Astroglide or ID.
2) During
sex, use a water based lubricant to make sure the penis is easily inserted. Rub
the lubricant around your partner’s penis and around the opening to the vagina.
3) If
you use these lubricants, and you are still experiencing problems, you can ask your doctor for a prescription. The most common prescriptions
prescribed include: Vaginal Estrogen Ring (Estring), Vaginal Estrogen Tablet
(Vagifem), and Vaginal Estrogen Cream (Estrace, Premarin).
4) A
helpful resource for learning more about pain during sex is the book “When Sex Hurts,” by Goldstein and Pukol.
5) Finally, getting a combination of treatment from a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, a Sex Therapist, and a Urologist/Gynecologist is the most effective course of treatment for pain during sex.
To make an appointment, call Angela Skurtu, M.Ed., LMFT at 314-973-7997 or www.therapistinstlouis.com.
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