There are more reasons for vaginal dryness, which may be caused by excessive cleansing, vulvar sclerosing moss, atrophic vaginitis, etc. It is necessary to address the causes of the disease with general treatment, medication, and so on.
1. Washing too much: If women frequently use soap and water and other alkaline liquids to wash the vagina for a long time, it may lead to the destruction of the acidic environment in the vagina, and the vaginal secretion will be reduced and dry. Attention needs to be paid to avoid intra-vaginal cleansing and keep the pubic area clean and hygienic.
2. Vulvar sclerosing moss: this disease may be related to autoimmune disorders, heredity, lack of sex hormones and other factors, mainly manifested in the vulva, perianal and other parts of the skin is thin, and accompanied by hypo-pigmentation, itching, pain, and vaginal burning sensation, dryness and other symptoms. Testosterone propionate, progesterone, clobetasol, tacrolimus and other drugs can be applied.
3. Atrophic vaginitis: most common in postmenopausal women over 50 years old, due to the decline of ovarian function, estrogen synthesis and secretion is insufficient and caused. It is characterized by vulvar itching, vaginal dryness and burning, and reduced vaginal secretions, which may be accompanied by pain during sexual intercourse. You can apply estriol cream locally on the vagina, and also supplement estrogen, such as estradiol valerate tablets.
Dryness of the vagina may be related to a variety of factors, it is recommended to consult a doctor to clarify the diagnosis, pay attention to the use of the above drugs under the guidance of a physician.