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Vaginal Health with Estrogen
06/05/2024
Vaginal Health with Estrogen
Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. While it brings about various changes in the body, one of the less talked about aspects is the impact on vaginal health. As estrogen levels decline during menopause, the vaginal tissues become thinner, drier, and more susceptible to infection. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common occurence in menopausal and post menopausal women, often causing discomfort and affecting quality of life. In recent years, estrogen creams applied to the vaginal area have emerged as a promising solution for reducing UTIs in this population. In this podcast we will explore the benefits of estrogen creams in managing UTIs and promoting vaginal health in menopausal and post menopausal women. Fox Kate A, Lokken Erica M, Reed Susan D, Rahan David D, Evaluation of systemic estrogen for preventing urinary tract infections in postmenopausal women. Menopause: The Journal of North American Menopause Society, 2021; Vol.28. No7, pp 836-844. Raz R, Stamm WE, A controlled trail of intravaginal estrogen estriol in postmenopausal women with recurrent urinary tract infections. New England Journal Medicine 1993; 329: 753-756.
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