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Atrophic vaginitis
The vaginal mucosa is sensitive to estrogen, so when estrogen levels drop after menopause the tissue thins out, becoming more fragile, sensitive, and dry. This symptomatic vaginal atrophy is referred to as atrophic vaginitis although it is not really an infection.
Is a type of:Female genital diseases
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
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