Vaginal Atrophy?
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I am 47 and suffering through perimenopause as I have almost every symptom (migraines, hot flashs/cold chills, shorter periods, heavy two days periods, etc) . After taking seven months to recover from IBS and UTIs, my husband and I finally had sex. (In hindsight we should have used lubrication) Unfortunately, the sex hurt as I was very dry and a day later I had some dark blood spotting. The following week my minor soreness turned into constant and stronger pain in the vagina. I do not have any discharge and no peeing issues. Am I correct to assume this is vaginal atrophy due to perimenopause and not having sex for months? Interestingly, the pain is much worse after I take a hot shower and it hurts more to sit versus stand. I do have an appt with my OBGYN in two days - but I would love other women's thoughts on this matter. I am taking motrin and it helps some. Overall, the pain comes and goes. Thanks you so much!
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jen78653
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Jude, Gigi and Maria (Thank you all for you insights and knowledge)!
Maria - I do use a daily probiotic and you are correct in that it helps you feel better systemically during perimenopause. It also helps with my horrible IBS.
I have started researching my area and I am unable to find a holistic doctor. I find holistic centers but they have yoga and reiki. How did any of you go about finding a holistic doctor? Any tips? Is there a website?
Thanks so much,
Jen
jude84900 jen78653
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Might start by calling those centers and seeing if they know of a holistic office that does bio identical hormone services. Also research alternative doctors. I live in a pretty rural area and there is several holistic and alternative offices here. I think people don't even realize they are out there until they start looking. Another place that should produce good results if you have any compounding pharmacies, call them and they should have a listing of places for you to call.
jen78653 jude84900
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Thank you! Have a great weekend.
mria18 jen78653
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im on the gold coast, was recommended by a work colleague. i also googled holistic gp snd found a few others in my city. good luck
ro77360 jen78653
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DId you try naturopathic or osteopathic physicians?
I don't see the term "holistic" used too much anymore. Maybe that's why you can't find them listed as such.
mria18 ro77360
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yes have consulted naturopaths too, and will again in the future. i like the 'holistic doctor' at this point, find the medical experience as well as the natural medicines knowledge really helpful