Journal article
Impact of vulvovaginal health on postmenopausal women: a review of surveys on symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy
International journal of women's health, v 5(1), pp 437-447
01 Jan 2013
PMID: 23935388
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Abstract
Several recent, large-scale studies have provided valuable insights into patient perspectives on postmenopausal vulvovaginal health. Symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy, which include dryness, irritation, itching, dysuria, and dyspareunia, can adversely affect interpersonal relationships, quality of life, and sexual function. While approximately half of postmenopausal women report these symptoms, far fewer seek treatment, often because they are uninformed about hypoestrogenic postmenopausal vulvovaginal changes and the availability of safe, effective, and well-tolerated treatments, particularly local vaginal estrogen therapy. Because women hesitate to seek help for symptoms, a proactive approach to conversations about vulvovaginal discomfort would improve diagnosis and treatment.
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- Title
- Impact of vulvovaginal health on postmenopausal women: a review of surveys on symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy
- Creators
- Sharon J ParishRossella E Nappi - Policlinico San Matteo FondazioneMichael L KrychmanSusan Kellogg-SpadtJames A SimonJeffrey A GoldsteinSheryl A Kingsberg - Case Western Reserve University
- Publication Details
- International journal of women's health, v 5(1), pp 437-447
- Publisher
- Dove Medical Press
- Number of pages
- 11
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Web of Science ID
- WOS:000214519900056
- Scopus ID
- 2-s2.0-84880943433
- Other Identifier
- 991021932699204721
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- Industry collaboration
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- Web of Science research areas
- Obstetrics & Gynecology