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How common is it for somebody to get vaginal atrophy?
17 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Common at menopause: The vagina requires estrogen to stay healthy. At menopause the estrogen levels decrease and vaginal atrophy begins to develop. It is easily treated with estrogen replacement - sometimes with oral medication and sometimes with vaginal medication, and sometimes with both routes.
Answered 4/22/2018
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Very common: After menopause, if not using estrogen supplements. Very uncommon before menopause. Occasionally seen in young patients taking birth control pills.
Answered 3/14/2012
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