Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast!
I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health!
This episode let’s take some time talking about vaginal estrogen, moisturizers, and lubes. This topic may be taboo to many, but it’s a very important one that we need to shed some light on.
Lubrication is not just for penetrative sex because it is likewise essential for reducing irritation, preventing infections, and more. Further, the tissues in our vaginal area need to be protected just like when we put lotion on our skin and moisturizer on our face!
Also, for the listeners out there who are in there perimenopausal and postmenopausal stages, we will be talking about vaginal estrogen and the changes that could happen and what you can do to adapt to these changes.
So please, listen to this episode to educate yourself and protect yourself as you age!
Let’s discuss:
- Introduction to today’s topic
- Anatomy Basics: Explanation of vulvar and vaginal tissues
- Importance of knowing correct anatomical terms for better healthcare communication
- Why lubrication is essential for reducing irritation, preventing infections, and improving comfort during penetration or perineal massage
- Types of lubricants: Water-based, silicone-based, oil-based, and natural options like coconut oil
- Type of lubricants to avoid
- Vaginal Moisturizer
- Vaginal Estrogen
- Why vaginal estrogen is crucial for perimenopausal and postmenopausal tissue health and symptoms it addresses
- Reassurance about safety
- Advocacy for open conversations with healthcare providers to normalize its use
- Conclusion
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