A normal female vagina will maintain a moist state, and during ovulation or sexual intercourse, there will be a slight increase in secretions. If a woman's vagina is relatively dry, it may be due to a decrease in estrogen levels in the body, or it may be caused by certain diseases. For women, vaginal dryness is very troublesome, not only causing physical discomfort, but also affecting marital life. What are the main reasons for vaginal dryness? Is there a solution to vaginal dryness during intimacy?
Several reasons for vaginal dryness
1、 Ovarian function declines and estrogen decreases. This situation often occurs in women during menopause, which is a normal and necessary stage for women. After the age of 45, women's ovarian function plummets, their estrogen secretion significantly decreases, and they enter menopause, where the reproductive tract begins to atrophy and the vagina becomes dry. Therefore, gynecologists suggest that women can supplement estrogen appropriately during menopause under the guidance of a doctor, which is beneficial for improving the condition of reproductive tract atrophy and vaginal dryness.
2、 Vaginitis. Women have Vaginitis, vaginal mucosa congestion, vaginal dryness.
3、 Long term use of contraceptive pills. Most contraceptive pills contain progesterone, which can cause vaginal dryness.
4、 Lack of vitamin B2. Insufficient vitamin B2 in the body can affect the mucous membranes of the body, such as the oral mucosa, and for women, it can also affect the reproductive tract mucosa, dry vaginal walls, vaginal congestion, i.e. vaginal dryness, collapse, and affect sexual desire.
5、 Psychological reasons. Some women are extremely nervous and panicked about their marital life.
What to do when the vagina is dry and astringent during intimacy?
Female vaginal dryness can seriously affect marital life, so what should be done? The doctor suggests these three methods:
1、 If the vaginal dryness is caused by a decrease in estrogen during the perimenopausal period, hormone supplementation can be used to improve vaginal atrophy, increase vaginal lubrication, and reduce vaginal dryness and pain;
2、 Before cohabiting, you can also moisturize and lubricate your private area according to your personal needs to improve the situation. You can choose to try water-soluble lubricants, which have minimal irritation and can help you relax and enjoy a happy time as a couple.
3、 If vaginal dryness is caused by a disease, of course, the disease must be dealt with first. If you have Vaginitis, first treat Vaginitis, and then the dryness problem will be improved; If it is because of too much Psychological stress that leads to dryness in private, you can relax before doing things, communicate with your partner more first, and do enough preparations. Vaginal dryness caused by insufficient vitamin B2 is best supplemented with vitamins under the guidance of a doctor.