What are the signs and symptoms of atrophic vaginitis?
A symptom is something the patient senses and describes, while a sign is something other people, such as the doctor notice. For example, drowsiness may be a symptom while dilated pupils may be a sign. With moderate to severe atrophic vaginitis, the following vaginal and urinary signs and symptoms may be experienced: • Burning with urination • Discomfort with intercourse • Light bleeding after intercourse • Malodorous discharge due to infection • More urinary tract infections • Shortening and tightening of the vaginal canal • Urgency with urination • Urinary incontinence • Vaginal burning • Vaginal dryness • Vaginal pressure • Watery vaginal discharge In addition, sores and cracks may occur spontaneously. Atrophic vaginitis is a cause of Postmenopausal bleeding (PMB). Urinary symptoms include painful urination, blood in the urine, increased frequency of urination, incontinence, and increased likelihood and occurrence of infections. Seek medical help It is estimated that more than half o
