Why are women more susceptible to vaginitis after menopause?

Vaginitis is a common disease among women, and postmenopausal women are particularly susceptible to vaginitis. The main reasons are as follows.

1. Low estrogen levels

After menopause, women's estrogen levels drop sharply, causing the pH value in the vagina to rise, the vaginal mucosa to shrink and thin, and the folds to disappear. The elastic tissue in the vagina decreases, causing the vaginal opening to open and the vaginal wall to bulge, which weakens the vaginal mucosa's resistance to pathogens, making it easier for bacteria to cause infection and cause vaginal inflammation.

2. Abuse of detergent

Some women lack basic medical care knowledge and blindly use the various so-called "lubricants" that suddenly appeared on the market, which can cause dehydration of the vaginal mucosal epithelium and disrupt the balance of the vaginal environment; and some ingredients in lotions can stimulate vaginal itching symptoms.

3. Abuse of antibiotics

Some patients have chronic vaginitis for a long time, which has been recurring and difficult to cure. Some people take antibiotics on their own when they feel a little uncomfortable. Long-term use leads to vaginal flora disorder, increased vaginal secretions, and white bean curd-like leucorrhea. At this time, you should go to the hospital immediately to rule out fungal vaginitis.