ABSTRACT
Patients often develop vaginal atrophy without knowing the process occurs. Individuals who have infrequent sexual intercourse will note tightness in their vagina during intercourse. Because of the lack of lubrication, as well as shortness and narrowing of the vagina, these patients eventually complain of pain and discomfort. These individuals will often refuse to have sexual intercourse. At this point, the patient may come to the physician if their husband or sexual partner encourages them to do so. The development of vaginal spotting, profuse discharge, or vaginal burning is the most likely reason patients seek a physician’s assistance.
