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5 Homeopathy Remedies For Vaginal Dryness Problem

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Dr. Hitesh ShahSexologist • 34 Years Exp.BHMS
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VAGINAL DRYNESS 

Vaginal dryness is way worse than it sounds. People usually believe that it only affects the patient's sex life, but it goes beyond that to completely ruin the person's quality of life.

It leads to pain while sitting, peeing, exercising and last but not the least, while having sex.

The vaginal lining of a normal woman remains lubricated with fluid that maintains the thickness and elasticity of it. A woman suffers from vaginal dryness when the tissues in the vagina get dry, thin and not properly moisturized. This leads to extreme discomfort in day to day life, and especially during intercourse.

Vaginal dryness may affect women of any age, but it is more common during or after menopause when the estrogen levels go down in a woman. The hormone estrogen is responsible for keeping the vagina of women moisturized and healthy.

It is a common occurrence after menopause, and is known as vaginal atrophy.

There are plenty of treatment options available to get rid of vaginal dryness.

CAUSES OF VAGINAL DRYNESS 

This is caused due to the change of levels in hormones, many people face problems while they are sitting, peeing and exercising.

  • This problem also arises when the tissue of vagina becomes dry and are not moisturized well
  • This condition can also be caused due to breastfeeding, at the time of childbirth and because of intake of pills which are used to control birth (contraceptive pills) 
  • This condition easily affects those people who are having diabetes problem 
  • Vagina can also become dry because of the usage of harmful soaps, detergent and other harmful chemicals 
  • This condition is also caused due to non hormonal changes like: cold and allergies. In conditions like this, we use some medicines and antidepressants which leads to the drying of the vagina.
  • Pregnancy is also a reason for the cause of vaginal dryness  
  • People who take drugs, alcohol and smoke cigarettes can be vulnerable to vaginal dryness 
  • Removal of ovaries by surgery is also a reason for vaginal dryness 
  • The people who take cancer therapies can get affected by this condition 
  • Having a lot of stress and depression is also a possible reason for vaginal dryness 
  • Main cause of vaginal dryness is decline in the level of estrogen which is a female hormone. This hormone is known to maintain the healthy tissues of the vagina, normalize the natural vaginal lubricant and maintain the tissue elasticity and acidity

SYMPTOMS OF VAGINAL DRYNESS 

Common symptoms which are faced by women during vaginal dryness are listed below: 

  • Irritation in the vagina, feeling of pain and itchiness in the vagina
  • Bleeding while performing sexual activity or after the performance of sex
  • Unhealthy odor from vagina
  • Excessive pain during sex
  • Unusual swelling in vagina
  • Irregular discharges from the vagina with unhealthy odor
  • Irritation while sitting in different position 

TREATMENTS FOR VAGINAL DRYNESS 

These treatment are usually performed with a person, with whom you are having regular and safe sex or you can do it alone. This can help in getting rid of vaginal dryness and some of the treatments are mentioned below: 

  • Some people also consider foreplay for arousing before the performance of sex which is mainly considered for the inner satisfaction 
  • For vaginal moisturisation people use home remedies like: Coconut oil, oil, Olive oil and some water lubricant. These all can provide a short time moisturizer on the vagina, so that vagina doesn't become dry 
  • More over the performance of foreplay for vaginal moisturistaion can prove helpful during the sex 
  • Avoiding the harmful chemicals products over the vagina and you should avoid harmful products which can lead to vaginal dryness
  • Some of the people suggest pills for changes of hormones or therapies for the hormonal changes 
  • Avoid using hot water while bathing and showering, and do not use feminine hygiene sprays and perfumes
  • Generally, use soft cotton clothes and avoid tight fitting clothes. The undergarments should be made up of 100% cotton 
  • Avoid using adult products or baby wipes over the vagina

HOMEOPATHY TREATMENT FOR VAGINAL DRYNESS 

  • Sepia is one of the best homeopathy treatments for vaginal dryness, itching, mood swings  or pain in vagina can be treated by sepia. Homeopathic doctors can provide you this medicine under their medical prescription. 
  • Lycopodium is mainly given when an issue arises in vagina like: burning in vagina, pain in vagina, this can be treated by Lycopodium. 
  • Argentum Nitricum this is used at the time when you experience bleeding during sex performance and experiencing pain during intercourse.
  • Platina is a homeopathic medicine useful in the treatment of  itching and dryness of vagina. 
  • Natrum Mur is another great medicine for vaginal dryness and for itchiness and pain in the vagina. 
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