User:Mr. Ibrahem/Atrophic vaginitis

Atrophic vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina as a result of tissue thinning due to not enough estrogen. Symptoms may include pain with sex, vaginal itchiness or dryness, and an urge to urinate or burning with urination. It generally does not resolve without ongoing treatment. Complications may include urinary tract infections, reduced enjoyment of sex as well as of life.

The lack of estrogen typically occurs following menopause. Other causes may include when breastfeeding or as a result of specific medications. Risk factors include smoking. Diagnosis is typically based on symptoms. Other conditions that may give similar symptoms include lichen planus, lichen sclerosus, eczema, thrush, vulvodynia, inflammatory vaginitis without atrophy, vulvar cancer, infections including sexually transmitted ones, and urogenital dysfunction.

Treatment is generally with a vaginal lubricant or estrogen cream or tablets in the vagina. It is recommended that soaps and other irritants are avoided. Up to half of postmenopausal women are affected. Of these, about 25% do not seek medical attention.