Articles Tagged With: genitourinary
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How Does the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause Affect Patients?
This analysis of baseline questionnaire responses from 302 individuals enrolled in the MsFLASH Vaginal Health Trial demonstrated that the most commonly reported symptoms were vaginal dryness (94%), pain with vaginal penetration (84%), vulvovaginal pain and soreness (76%), and vulvovaginal irritation (73%). The symptom most often rated severe was pain with vaginal penetration (40%).
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Is Vaginal Carbon Dioxide Laser an Effective Treatment for the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause?
In this double-blinded, randomized controlled trial, fractional carbon dioxide vaginal laser was no better than sham laser in improving Female Sexual Function Index scores among 72 breast cancer survivors on aromatase inhibitors over a six-month period.
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Identify and Treat Urologic Injuries at Hysterectomy to Reduce Fistulas
In a large population-based cohort study, genitourinary fistulas were increased significantly if ureteral and/or bladder injuries were not identified and treated at the time of hysterectomy.
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Consider Vaginal Estrogen for Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
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Consider Options for Women With Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
Sexual function often decreases for women because of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). This condition includes the physical changes of the vulva, vagina, and lower urinary tract that result from estrogen deficiency.
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Help Women Consider Options for Postmenopausal Vaginal Dryness
Data from a large longitudinal study indicate that more than 33% of women ages 57-69 report symptoms of vaginal dryness. However, research shows that more than 50% of women don’t report such conditions to their healthcare providers. Even fewer women take advantage of proven therapies such as vaginal estrogen tablets, creams, and rings.