How to treat vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is a particularly embarrassing thing for female friends. Some people are embarrassed to go for a check-up because of face. In fact, vaginal dryness is harmful to health and can induce many gynecological diseases. It is necessary to go to the hospital for examination and treatment as soon as possible. However, there are many reasons for vaginal dryness, including decreased ovarian function, endocrine disorders, gynecological diseases such as vaginitis, and high psychological stress on women. So, what should we do?

Why do women have vaginal dryness?

Vaginal dryness, also known as vaginal xerosis. On the one hand, it specifically refers to the situation during sexual intercourse where the female vagina is unresponsive, physiologically uncooperative, and has sexual needs but the vagina is not lubricated. On the other hand, it means that women's vaginal secretions decrease significantly, which can occur in old, middle-aged and young women.

What causes vaginal dryness?

Vaginal dryness during sex

The woman is not mentally and physically prepared.

The man’s sexual attraction, arousal, and excitement to the woman are insufficient.

Poor sexual function in men.

Decreased vaginal discharge in women

Ovarian dysfunction, endocrine disorders

After menopause, women's ovarian function declines, sex hormone levels decrease, and endocrine disorders occur. As a result, the vaginal mucosa atrophies and becomes thinner, making vaginal dryness more likely to occur.

Vitamin B2 deficiency

Women who lack vitamin B2 may experience symptoms such as dry skin and vaginal dryness.

Causes of disease

Patients with vaginitis, chronic hepatitis, chronic nephritis, diabetes, hypothyroidism, etc. will have reduced vaginal secretions and cause vaginal dryness.

Abuse of birth control pills

Long-term use of birth control pills may cause vaginal dryness due to the progesterone component.

Psychological stress

Stress from life and work can cause low libido and vaginal dryness.

Excessive cleaning

Long-term and repeated use of cleaning solutions for deep vaginal flushing will reduce vaginal secretions, kill beneficial bacteria, and cause vaginal dryness.

Decreased vaginal self-cleaning ability

Due to long sexual intercourse and multiple births, the self-cleaning ability of female genitals decreases, and the aging of the PC muscle in the perineum leads to vaginal dryness.

What are the dangers of vaginal dryness in women?

· Sexual indifference

Vaginal dryness can affect the pleasure of sexual intercourse, make women feel bored, and in severe cases can lead to sexual apathy.

· Pain in the genital area

Because of vaginal dryness, it can cause pain during sexual intercourse, making women fear sex.

Genital infections

If you force sexual intercourse when the vagina is dry, the vaginal mucosa will be damaged and infected, which may induce a variety of diseases.

What to do if vaginal dryness occurs

Be prepared for sex

If vaginal dryness occurs during sexual intercourse, you can change the sexual position or location frequently. Do enough foreplay before sex to fully arouse women's sexual desire.

Use lubricant

Women can choose water-soluble vaginal lubricants to moisturize.

· Chinese medicine treatment

Astragalus, angelica, wolfberry, Ligustrum lucidum, Polygonum multiflorum, Rehmannia glutinosa, etc. have therapeutic effects on vaginal dryness. Chinese medicine also uses Chinese herbal prescriptions such as Liuwei Dihuang Pills, Wuzi Yanzong Pills, Siwu Decoction, Yougui Pills, and Yuqianjin Gel Sticks for treatment.

Use of estrogen

Local indirect application of estrogen into the vagina can treat vaginal dryness caused by endocrine disorders.

Improve physical fitness

Women can also improve vaginal dryness by exercising regularly and improving their physical fitness.

Treat diseases

Treating chronic diseases and vaginal inflammation can enhance immunity and increase hormone secretion.

Avoid misuse of birth control pills

Contraceptive pills have serious side effects, so other family planning products can be used instead of contraceptive pills.

Avoid over-cleaning

When performing daily vaginal care, do not over-clean or use hot water to scald the private parts. You can choose a feminine care solution with a weak acid formula.

· Eat a comprehensive and balanced diet

Women should adjust their diet and eat more whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables.

· Emotional relief

Relieve anxiety, let go of psychological pressure, and enhance confidence in life.