Treatment options and prevention for atrophic vaginitis
Treatment
Vaginal atrophy occurs because of the lack of oestrogen production in the body, resulting in thinner, drier, and less elastic vaginal tissue. While menopause is the most common cause of vaginal atrophy, there are several other triggers too, including: An underlying condition like diabetes or Sjogren’s syndrome, but these are less likely causes.
ICD-10 code N95. 2 for Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the genitourinary system .
Other inflammation of vagina and vulva ICD-10-CM N76. 89 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0):
The most common cause of atrophic vaginitis is the decrease in estrogen after menopause. It can also occur after childbirth, and it can happen when anti-estrogen drugs are used to treat other conditions. The ovaries make estrogen until a woman experiences menopause.
About vaginal dryness Vaginal dryness can affect any woman, however after the menopause it is very common, affecting over half of post-menopausal women aged between 51 and 60.
Orgasms — and great sex — are still absolutely possible, through menopause and beyond. A few small changes can go a long way toward increasing your pleasure during sex — solo or partnered — and boosting physical and emotional intimacy with your partner(s).
Clinical findings include atrophy of the labia majora and vaginal introitus. The labia minora may recede. Vulvar and vaginal mucosae may appear pale, shiny, and dry; if there is inflammation, they may appear reddened or pale with petechiae. Vaginal rugae disappear, and the cervix may become flush with the vaginal wall.