Vaginal dryness - ouch !

Hi all, I use Dr Woolf's vaginal moisturizer, it has really helped me. I use it most nights and they also have a pessary form. I read that in clinical studies it has proven to be as effective as using vaginal estrogen (over a few months). You can get it on Amazon or in Boots.

Thank you, I will give it a go, but have to buy over the counter. I’ve tried to get a script but have been told they won’t prescribe  

Thank you for this.  I’m willing to try anything. It’s a horrible complaint.  X

I’m with you with the aching bones Libby, hips and lower back pain are horrible, now have painful hands for some reason.. but just have to plod on ! 
Hoping I can find a pessary that doesn’t sting, at least that would be a bonus 

Hi

I had the same issue. Extremely sore and painful inside and out. I saw a private consultant who specialises in endocrine gynaecology. I have triple positive breast cancer, so no go on normal hormone therapy but she gave me Vaginex which is a small tablet inserted with a very small tube daily (no pain) and estriol cream, which is topical oestrogen in a low dose. I was assured it shouldn't impact outcome for hormonal cancers.

I also asked about libido and she prescribed me Androfeme, which is a low level testosterone cream you rub into your thigh. Really works!! Although you can't get this on the NHS (but you can get viagra )

Your GP should be able to prescribe the other two Vaginex and estriol, if they are the right solution for you and your personal medical situation.

Hope that helps someone out there. We all deserve a sex life.

LKM 

Just a tip on the wee situation. Rub sudocream all over the area. It is water repellent and acts as a barrier, so stops the sting. 

Before cancer, I've had 15 years of lichen sclerosus which causes cracks/splits. Learnt from experience.

Good luck

LKM

That is really useful. Thank you 

I should also add that I use Epaderm emollient cream for washing, I mix it with a little water, wash off and then reapply through the day if I need it.  It comes in a large tub of 500g for about £10.00.  I have an estrogen positive breast cancer diagnosis so was really concerned about asking for local estrogen, however I was so dry and sore that I had to do something.  My Oncologist said that the MDT agreed that local estrogen could be prescribed for those with ongoing vaginal dryness issues.  I have been using Estriol 0.01% for the last 3 months (twice a week), then Dr. Woolf’s vaginal moisturiser all the other nights.  This regime has made a huge difference to me.  Up until now I haven’t been able to sit down for long, driving has been an issue and wearing anything with a seam has been a no no. I think I have turned a corner and life has definitely become easier.  As I have to be on Anastrozole for another 9 years I had to find a solution.  I hope you find this info useful.

I’m worried about using an oestrogen based product too, but that sounds very positive. 
thank you 

 Las60  are you in England? 
if so keep pushing your GP for a prescription or change GP because I’m in London and can get it on Prescription    They shouldn’t refuse you.