If you are looking for treatment for atrophic vaginitis, know that you are one of the many women looking for solutions to this difficult condition. At VuvaTech we talk to women suffering from the symptoms of atrophic vaginitis (also known as vaginal atrophy) every day… and we’re happy to say that we’ve helped many of them understand and deal with the problem!
Treating atrial atrophy doesn’t have to be as complicated as you might think. It’s very common in postmenopausal women, so you can guess that anyone over the age of 50 is at risk of developing it. Similarly, women who have had radiotherapy for pelvic – or breast – cancers are at high risk. To put this in perspective, there are approximately 32 million women in the United States alone with vaginal atrophy.
It is also true that women who do not have sex very often can develop atrophic vaginitis. It makes sense that as we get older and our libido drops with our hormone levels, we’re less likely to want regular sex. Whatever your reason for seeking atrophic vaginitis treatment, the solution is simple and easily accessible: magnetic vaginal dilators are highly effective and have improved the lives of so many women.
This article will answer some of the most important questions about this condition and how dilators work with atrial atrophy.
Do I need treatment for atrophic vaginitis?
You may not yet be sure whether you have atrophic vaginitis or not, so this section will cover what it is. Atrophy occurs when your vaginal tissues no longer function as they normally would, for any of the reasons we mentioned above. Your estrogen levels may have dropped, meaning less blood flow is reaching the tissues, and this (or lack of activity) could also have caused the lining to thin and shrink and the birth canal to shorten or narrow.
Many women notice that they have these problems when they try to have sex after a while because the resulting pain is not normal. In addition, the lubricant may not help the situation, thus indicating atrophy. Your tissues can be somewhat inflamed, and sex (or other forms of penetration) can actually cause tearing and bleeding.
Unfortunately this can create a negative expectation about sex. If then stop Having sex can actually make the problem worse, so it’s a little tricky 22. There is a solution for women who can’t or don’t want to have sex: the best treatment for atrophic vaginitis is magnetic vaginal dilators, as they negate the need for sex.
What are the symptoms of atrophic vaginitis?
The following symptoms of vaginal atrophy are signs that you have this problem, but it may be a good idea to consult a doctor if you are not sure:
- Dryness of the vagina
- Sinus burning
- Vaginal discharge
- Light bleeding after sex
- Pain or discomfort during sex
- Less vaginal lubrication during sex
- Shortening and tightening of the vaginal canal (vaginal stenosis)
- Genital itching
- Burning during urination
- Feeling of urgency to urinate
- Urinary tract infections
- Urinary incontinence
What is the best treatment for atrophic vaginitis?
If you’ve been wondering how magnetic vaginal dilators help vaginal atrophy, it’s simple: they’re designed to be the right shape and size to fit inside your vagina, so you can gently stretch the tissues in your own time and your own. rhythm. Magnetic vaginal dilators differ from other dilators in that they contain a large number of soothing neodymium magnets, which help increase blood flow to the area and calm irritated or inflamed tissues and nerves. Another positive effect of increased blood flow is increased production of lubrication. Ultimately, it is this calming effect that makes magnetic dilators the best treatment for vaginal atrophy.
Dilators gently expand vaginal capacity by stretching the vaginal walls, increasing tissue elasticity and ultimately facilitating comfortable sexual penetration. This means that if you want to restore your sex life, you can. Even if this is not The goal is, it’s still a great idea to use magnetic vaginal dilators for atrophic vaginitis because the above benefits also lead to greater comfort in general and ease during pelvic exams.
How do I choose a magnetic dilator for atrophic vaginitis?
You may be wondering what size vaginal dilator to buy for vaginal atrophy. It is normal for women with this condition to purchase a small dilator and work up to using larger dilators over time. Many people buy a full set of dilators and use each one as needed, rather than trying one size at a time. You may want to check out our other page on this topic if you’re looking for specific information on buying the right size dilator for vaginal atrophy. If you are seeing a specialist doctor or pelvic floor physiotherapist, they should also give you an idea of ​​the size of expanders you need.
How do I know if my dilator is working?
Once your vaginal capacity is restored enough to accommodate a penis or have pain-free sex, you have reached the desired result. However, women with vaginal atrophy often need to continue using dilators regularly to maintain this ability (if they are not having regular sex).
Depending on how severe your vaginal atrophy is, you could start seeing results within a month. Those with a more severe case may need to progress through all sizes of dilator, which can take more than six months. It’s also worth noting that women often achieve greater benefits when using dilators in conjunction with a form of estrogen therapy.
What other treatments work well with magnetic vaginal dilators?
Estrogen
Estrogen therapy is not suitable for women who have had breast cancer because it will affect the breast and endometrial tissues. In this case, estrogen may increase the risk of cancer because it stimulates cell growth. However, for many women estrogen therapy can be very helpful as a treatment for atrophic vaginitis, especially in combination with dilators.
If necessary, your doctor may prescribe any of the following forms of estrogen therapy for vaginal atrophy:
- Oral tablets
- Transdermal (through the skin via a patch)
- Topical vaginal creams such as Estrace and Premarin (more effective and lower dose required)
- A vaginal tablet (Vagifem)
- Estring (a low and steady dose of estrogen through an estradiol-infused silicone ring placed around the cervix)
Estrogen therapy has the following benefits:
- Restores the normal pH of the vagina
- Restores levels of beneficial bacteria
- It thickens the epithelium
- Increases vaginal secretions/lubrication
- Minimizes or eliminates vaginal dryness
Hypotheses Nueve
For women who do not want or need to take estrogen, you can find great relief from vaginal atrophy with NeuEve suppositories. NeuEve suppositories and cream work well with dilators and are excellent products for relieving menopausal discomforts such as:
- Vaginal odor
- Dryness of the vagina
- Vaginal atrophy
- Itching and burning sensation
- Painful
- Bacterial vaginitis
If you are not happy with the use of chemicals, be sure that these products contain only all natural food grade ingredients and no hormones.
Have sex as often as possible
Regular sex is one of the best ways to prevent and treat atrophic vaginitis. We understand that not everyone is able to have regular sex, but if you do, then it will be very helpful to do so. This is because regular sexual activity during and after menopause can keep the vaginal tissues thick and moist, thus preventing the thinning, tearing and inflammation that characterizes vaginal atrophy. It also prevents narrowing and shortening of the birth canal, which can lead to pain when having sex.
Water-based personal lubricants
It’s a good idea to invest in a natural personal lubricant to use with your dilators or during sex. Natural products will not cause the annoying itching and burning that some chemical store bought products can cause. Our Slippery Stuff Lubricant is recommended by Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists because it is safe and effective.
We hope this article has brought some clarity and certainty about the best atrophic vaginitis treatment for you. If you have any questions about our magnetic expanders or products, please contact us and we will do our best to help. Don’t forget to check out the VuvaCare blog for lots of great advice on this and many other women’s health concerns. Thanks for reading!
Resources
Vuvatech.com/pages/vaginatrophy
Vuvatech.com/pages/vaginal-atrophy-and-vuva-dilators-your-questions-answered
Vuvatech.com/blogs/care/how-do-estrogen-and-dilators-help-with-vaginal-atrophy
Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8797530/
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Tara Langdale Schmidt is the inventor of the VuVa Dilator Company. She herself has pelvic floor dysfunction and wanted to create an American-made dilation kit that women can trust. VuVatech has been in business since 2014 and has helped more than 150,000 women worldwide. He patented the Neodymium vaginal dilator, which is clinically proven to help with blood flow and nerve pain.
