AUTHOR=Sarmento Ayane Cristine Alves , Kamilos Márcia Farina , Costa Ana Paula Ferreira , Vieira-Baptista Pedro , Eleutério José , Gonçalves Ana Katherine 

TITLE=Use of Moisturizers and Lubricants for Vulvovaginal Atrophy

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Reproductive Health

VOLUME=3

YEAR=2021

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/reproductive-health/articles/10.3389/frph.2021.781353

DOI=10.3389/frph.2021.781353

ISSN=2673-3153

ABSTRACT=<p>The estrogen decrease in postmenopausal women results in functional and anatomical changes in the genitourinary tract. The most prevalent and bothersome symptoms are vaginal dryness, dyspareunia, and reduced lubrication, which can significantly affect the quality of life of these women, principally those who are sexually active. Hormonal therapy with local estrogens is generally considered the “gold standard.” However, there are cases in which there are clinical concerns about its use or women opt for non-hormonal options. Thus, safe and effective non-hormonal options are needed to improve symptoms in these women. Moisturizers and lubricants are first-line therapy for breast cancer survivors.</p>