Ladies: How are you managing vaginal atrophy as you age?

@jeanninec I don’t have sex, don’t want to so my vaginal tissues do very well on the coconut oil. Perfectly well actually. I can’t speak to whether it works for someone interested in sex. I haven’t had a UTI in about 50 years, so I’m good there, too. I do not drink sodas at all and drink a lot of clean water everyday.

Good for you! Genetics has a lot to do with it too. I took excellent care of myself, diet, exercise, regular check ups. Still developed cancer.

I hope you continue in good health.

I have done all that and still have heart disease. It will probably kill me. I just can’t take statins, so I do the best I can to have the healthiest life possible, but I still have great disease.

My BFF has recovered from cancer. She also lives the healthiest life possible. It didn’t keep her from getting cancer.

That’s all why I don’t use hormones. Whether high risk or low risk, I prefer not to take the risk and use coconut oil instead.

@llynch17056 Pardon my ignorance..but are you applying the covonut oil inside the vagina?

@gypsyone987 I am not, but I didn’t inquire of my GYN about that because I am sexually inactive. Others on this thread have said that they did use it inside, however.

@susanfalcon52
I had breast cancer that was fed by estrogen. Anyone that is at risk or has had breast should check with their oncologist before using a synthetic estrogen

@tonisch I’m so sorry you went through that. My friend also. I get a bit put out with people that say they use estrogen and haven’t had breast cancer. That is such a disservice to those that will have estrogen fueled breast cancer.

@rnsrogan it’s great stuff and it WORKS and it won’t make you sick. Actually good for your hair, too.

I’m glad to see members sharing their experiences and what has or hasn’t worked for them. Vaginal dryness and atrophy can be really uncomfortable, and it’s helpful for people to hear how others have navigated it.

According to Mayo Clinic, there are several treatment options for vaginal atrophy, ranging from over-the-counter moisturizers and lubricants to prescription therapies like low-dose vaginal estrogen and other medications. The right approach depends on an individual’s symptoms, health history, and preferences. (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/vaginal-atrophy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20352294)
Because of that, treatment decisions are best made by working with your doctor, who knows your health history.

Connect is place to share experiences and support one another, but it’s important to remember that what works well for one person may not be the right choice for someone else.