Vaginal dryness during pregnancy
During pregnancy, the female body experiences considerable influences from hormones. If mirror fluctuations are the rule, vaginal dryness can occur in the course of the pregnancy, since proper moistening of the vagina is closely linked to the correct estrogen dose. Psychological influences can also cause vaginal dryness, especially during pregnancy.
Nervousness about the upcoming birth and the new challenges of everyday life can cause more frequent complaints in the genital area. Excessive intimate hygiene can also dry out the mucous membrane. During pregnancy, the gynaecologist treating you should be consulted in the event of vaginal dryness.
On the one hand, this can help to determine the optimal treatment in the form of creams or gels, as some products are not suitable for use during pregnancy and the patient does not run the risk of purchasing the wrong product. On the other hand, depending on the degree of dryness, the risk of infections can increase, as dry vaginal skin is more cracked and more susceptible to injury. In addition, urinary tract infections or inflammation of the reproductive organs caused by bacteria or yeast fungi generally occur more frequently during pregnancy. Such infections always require treatment, as they are associated with a higher risk of complications during pregnancy.
Vaginal dryness after birth
As a hormone, estrogen plays an important role in pregnancy, which is why it is released in greater quantities during pregnancy. As it is lactation-inhibiting, the hormone level naturally drops sharply in a short time after the birth of the child, so that milk production is no longer prevented. However, since estrogen plays an important role in the blood flow in the intimate area and is also essential for a healthy vaginal mucosa, the hormone release can lead to increased vaginal dryness. The mucous membrane of the vagina can remain dry even during sexual arousal, which can be associated with an increased risk of micro tears and injuries to the vaginal mucosa during sexual intercourse. After weaning, the symptoms often improve all by themselves, as estrogen production increases again.