Postmenopausal vaginal dryness can be treated with oral estrogen or vaginal estrogen ointment as prescribed by your doctor.
Postmenopausal vaginal dryness is often caused by a decrease in estrogen levels in the body after menopause, so supplementing with a certain amount of estrogen can alleviate the symptoms of vaginal dryness.
1. Commonly used oral estrogen supplements include ethinyl estradiol tablets and estradiol tablets. Oral estrogen may cause adverse effects on the endometrium, mammary glands, and liver and kidney functions. Hormone levels and liver and kidney functions must be checked before use.
2. Topical application of estrogen ointment: the most commonly used is combined with estrogen ointment. The topical application of estrogen ointment should pay attention to low dose and periodic application. Long-term application may stimulate endometrial hyperplasia and lead to irregular vaginal bleeding.
Estrogen-containing drugs have effects on liver and kidney function, endometrium, and mammary glands, and must be used under doctor’s supervision, avoiding self-medication. After using the drugs for a period of time, it is also necessary to regularly review to avoid adverse effects on the body.