Menopause GSM Estrogen Atrophy
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) is often the root cause for women who struggle with urinary symptoms during perimenopause, after menopuase or hysterectomy. With the loss of estrogen, the protective mucous membrane (aka GAG layer) in the bladder and urethra thins, allowing urine to enter and irritate the bladder and urethral wall. Those familiar symptoms of frequency, urgency, pressure and pain can occur. This is not a disease. It is simply estrogen atrophy. It’s important to ask your doctor to look at your skin “down there” to determine the health of your tissue. Your doctor may discuss the pros and cons of topical (not oral) hormone therapy (i.e. estrogen) that may help your skin. Look for products that are calming, soothing and support the health of the bladder wall. Neutraceuticals that contain chondroitin are usually preferred.(1)
- Hunner’s Lesions – Lactoferrin is the only supplement that has shown significant success in reducing inflammation and lesions in a 2024 study. It acts by boosting the immune system. Review that research here.
- Bladder Wall Driven (Chemical Injury, GSM) – Consider Bladder Builder, Bladder Rest, CystoProtek, Cystomend,
- Myofascial, Nerve Centric & Widespread Pain – Consider PEAORA®
- Prevent Recurring UTI – Consider PRVNT o
- Bladder Wall Flares – Consider AZO Urinary Pain Relief Tablets and the soothing effects of AloePath, Marshmallow Root
- Improving Sleep – Consider Rest ZZZ, Relieve R Nighttime Relief
Topicals For Dryness
Preventing Acid Irritation
We know you’d love to enjoy a cup of coffee again but when it has you running to the bathroom all night long, is it worth it? Acid reducing products can help.
- Prelief® – Reduces acid in foods and drinks. Just two caplets will reduce 95% of the acid in a cup of coffee.
Personal Hygiene
- Medicine Mama Vulva Wash – A gentle wash for very sensitive skin.
- Perineal Wash Bottle – To rinse all urine residue and bacteria from your skin after urination.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.