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6. Vaginal Dryness
Another common perimenopause symptom is vaginal dryness. When the level of estrogen gradually declines, this can cause vaginal tissue atrophy, a condition where the vagina will become drier and less elastic. Aside from vaginal dryness, the patient will feel itchiness and irritation in the vaginal area. This can affect a woman’s sex life and can trigger pain during sexual intercourse.
It has been found that vaginal dryness affects almost 60% of women who are in the perimenopause phase. A lot of them have also complained about a decrease in libido. If you’re suffering from any of these problems, you should consult your doctor. Your doctor might recommend that you undergo hormone replacement therapy.
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