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I'm 51, menopausal (no period), and intercourse has become painful. lubrication doesn't help. i've been examined by my doc. what to do?
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Estrogen Cream: Vaginal estrogen cream can be very helpful to treat atrophic vaginitis. This is safe and very often effective.
Answered 5/20/2013
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Estrogen?: Hormones like Premarin (conjugated estrogens) gel may help to rejuvenate your lower genital tract. However, your extra lubrication would certainly be a good idea, and if you have not tried a different one, do so. And, you should be liberal with it.
Answered 5/7/2016
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