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What is postmenopausal vaginal atrophy
What is vaginal atrophy?
Symptoms of VA
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Symptoms of VA
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Symptoms of VA
Vaginal dryness and discomfort during sex are the most prevalent vaginal symptoms reported by postmenopausal women.1,2 The timeline below shows the lead up to menopause and subsequent postmenopause.
Other symptoms associated with VA include:
Unlike vasomotor-related symptoms of menopause (e.g. hot flushes, sweating) VA is chronic and progressive.5,6
THE FREQUENCY AND SEVERITY OF VA SYMPTOMS TEND TO INCREASE WITH AGE.9
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