LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Recent news
published by the New York Times,
entitled: Prices Keep Rising for Drugs Treating Painful Sex in
Women, highlights an important and rarely discussed issue affecting
millions of women in menopause and cancer survivorship, but fails
to offer readily available, inexpensive, over-the-counter
solutions.
"Few life events affect as many people as menopause and a cancer
diagnosis," says Staness Jonekos, Author of The Menopause Makeover.
"While hormone therapy is a safe and viable option for many
post-menopausal women to relieve symptoms like hot flashes, night
sweats, and painful sex to relieve vaginal dryness, it's not the
only option. Further, not all estrogen therapies are an option for
women with cancer."
Vaginal dryness is a common and painful side effect for many
women receiving chemotherapy or who are taking drugs like
Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, and Aromatase inhibitors. The symptoms can
be painful, ranging from irritation walking, cracking and bleeding
of the vaginal tissues, to discomfort with sex.
Fortunately, women do have a safe, affordable, non-hormonal
solution available to them without incurring costly medications.
Hormone free, Replens Moisturizer is available
over-the-counter, lasts for three days, and it works immediately to
soothe and rejuvenate dry vaginal tissue.
The outside of the vagina (vulva) can also become irritated,
itchy, cracking and painful. Replens Moisture Restore External
Comfort Gel revitalizes vulvar cells, heals damage and reduces
pain. And, because cancer, surgery, and treatments can cause
painful sex and difficulty with arousal, loss of desire and
inability to orgasm, a good silicone lubricant like Replens
Silky Smooth just before sex will ease penetration and
abrasion.
"While it is exciting that the changes and realities of
menopause are finally being discussed, women should be aware of
their options. Remember to consult with your doctor to find
the best option for you. We are all different," adds Jonekos.
Staness Jonekos, Founder of MenopauseMakeover.com and
Founder/CEO of EatLikeAWoman.com, is an advocate for women's
health, wellness and empowerment. An award-winning television
writer, producer and director, Staness co-executive produced the
premiere season of VH1's Celebrity Fit Club and post produced
Lifetime's Speaking of Women's Health. She is a member of The
North American Menopause Society, Academy of Women's Health, and
the International Menopause Society. Staness Jonekos is not a
spokesperson for Replens and has no affiliation.
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