What causes vaginal dryness?
May 16, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Introduction
In general, vaginal dryness may be caused by excessive cleaning, declining ovarian function, endocrine disorders, vaginitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, or other reasons. Patients should promptly visit a正规 hospital for proper diagnosis and receive targeted treatment based on the underlying cause. In daily life, it is recommended to maintain a positive mindset, avoid spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods, get adequate rest, and develop healthy lifestyle habits.
Under normal circumstances, vaginal dryness may be caused by excessive cleaning, ovarian function decline, endocrine disorders, vaginitis, or pelvic inflammatory disease. Patients should promptly visit a正规 hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment accordingly. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Excessive cleaning: Some women may excessively or too frequently use cleansing products to clean the vagina, which can disrupt the natural balance of vaginal flora. Once this microbial equilibrium is disturbed, it may lead to reduced secretions and consequently cause vaginal dryness. In such cases, attention should be paid to the frequency of cleaning, avoiding over-cleaning.
2. Ovarian function decline: Declining ovarian function, especially premature ovarian insufficiency, may lead to decreased estrogen levels. Estrogen plays a key role in maintaining the elasticity and moisture of the vaginal walls. Therefore, when estrogen levels drop, the vaginal walls may become dry and secretions may decrease, resulting in vaginal dryness. If necessary, medications such as oral progesterone capsules, dydrogesterone tablets, or medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets may be taken under medical guidance to improve symptoms.
3. Endocrine disorders: When women experience high stress or mental tension, the regulatory function of the hypothalamus-pituitary system may be affected, leading to endocrine imbalances. In such cases, the secretion of estrogen and progesterone may be disrupted, thereby causing vaginal dryness. Under medical supervision, patients may use herbal medicines such as modified Xiaoyao pills, Wuji Baifeng pills, or Yi Mu Cao granules for treatment.
4. Vaginitis: Vaginitis is one of the common causes of vaginal dryness. When the vagina is infected with pathogens such as bacteria, fungi, or viruses, symptoms like congestion and swelling of the vaginal wall may occur, potentially reducing vaginal discharge and leading to dryness. Additionally, symptoms such as itching and pain may also develop. Under medical guidance, patients may use medications such as metronidazole suppositories, Bofukang suppositories, or clotrimazole vaginal tablets to alleviate symptoms.
5. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): Although the direct association between PID and vaginal dryness is not as strong as that of vaginitis, in certain cases, PID may indirectly contribute to vaginal dryness. For example, PID may cause fallopian tube blockage or adhesions, affecting ovarian function, which in turn leads to reduced estrogen levels and vaginal dryness. It may also cause systemic symptoms such as fever and abdominal pain, negatively impacting overall female health. Under medical supervision, patients may take medications such as levofloxacin hydrochloride capsules, cefuroxime axetil tablets, or azithromycin capsules for treatment.
In daily life, it is recommended to maintain a positive mindset, avoid spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods, get adequate rest, and develop healthy lifestyle habits.
