Urologist Explains Retrograde Ejaculation, Vaginal Dryness and Tadalafil | AMA

Causes & Myths

Rena Malik addresses common myths about vaginal dryness, emphasizing that lubrication levels do not always correlate with arousal. She explains that factors such as genetics, medications, and hydration can influence lubrication. Additionally, menopause and perimenopause naturally reduce lubrication due to hormonal changes.

The biggest myth I see is that people assume the wetter you are, the more aroused you are, and the drier you are, the less aroused you are. Now, that's not always true.

--- Rena Malik

Malik suggests checking medications and increasing fluid intake to improve lubrication naturally 1.

   

Medical Treatments

For those experiencing vaginal dryness, Rena Malik recommends medical treatments like vaginal estrogen, which is safe and minimally absorbed into the body. She also mentions alternatives such as intra rosa and various lubricants. Malik encourages experimenting with different types of lubricants to find what works best.

There's never been a reported breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, as long as you're using it with. Actually none with uterine cancer, nothing like that.

--- Rena Malik

She highlights the importance of choosing lubricants with appropriate pH levels for vaginal or anal use 2.

   

Natural Remedies

Rena Malik also discusses natural remedies for improving vaginal lubrication. She suggests increasing fluid intake and using vaginal moisturizers made with hyaluronic acid. Malik emphasizes the importance of assessing medications and supplements that might affect lubrication.

The more fluids you drink, the more likely you are to make more lubrication.

--- Rena Malik

Experimenting with different types of lubricants can also enhance comfort and enjoyment during sex 1 2.