It’s no secret that the perimenopause and menopause can cause a seemingly endless array of physical and emotional symptoms. While changes such as hot flushes and insomnia are well-publicised, you might be unfamiliar with the more intimate side effects of the menopause because unfortunately, speaking about women’s health issues remains a taboo. TENA are here to help change that.
The decline in oestrogen (the hormone responsible for maintaining the female reproductive system) during menopause can bring uncomfortable changes to the vulva. Rest assured, vulva changes in menopause are very common and something many women experience. Less oestrogen can thin the lining of your vagina, and tissues of the vulva can become drier, itchy and less flexible.
Sounds like a nightmare, right? But don’t despair. If you are experiencing vulva dryness, a sore clitoris area, menopausal vulva irritation or postmenopausal vulva itching, you are absolutely not alone. Many strong women have battled through these symptoms, and you can too.
Keep reading to discover how to care for intimate skin through the menopause and beyond.