Vaginal Dryness and Poor Sexual Response

What tweakments are available for vaginal dryness and poor sexual response?

There are an increasing number of tweakments focused on improve poor sexual response and the feel of your vagina, which is a great thing for helping you find a solution for your concern. However, all the below treatments should be performed by a highly qualified practitioner with specific training in gynaecological issues to ensure you get the right advice as well as safe and effective results.

1. Laser therapy for vaginal rejuvenation: Laser treatments, such as CO2 or Erbium YAG lasers, can stimulate collagen production and improve the health of the vaginal tissues. These treatments aim to address concerns like vaginal dryness and may promote overall vaginal rejuvenation.
2. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: PRP therapy involves your practitioner extracting platelets from your own blood using a special machine, and then injecting them into your vaginal tissues. This is thought to stimulate cell regeneration and improve blood flow, potentially enhancing sexual response, including lubrication.
3. Dermal fillers: In the right, highly-skilled hands, hyaluronic acid-based fillers may be injected into the vaginal tissues to improve hydration and elasticity. This aims to address dryness, while also providing a subtle improvement in the appearance and feel of the vaginal area.
4. Radiofrequency (RF) Therapy: RF therapy delivers controlled heat to the vaginal tissues, promoting collagen production and tightening. It is a non-invasive option for improving vaginal laxity and overall tissue health, which may help with vaginal dryness to some degree.

How much, on average, does treating the concern cost?

For mild vaginal dryness, topical products can be fairly affordable and available through your doctor, while lifestyle shifts can be quickly applied, alongside psychological supports, such as therapy, should you need it for poor sexual response. Tweakments are likely to be more expensive, ranging from £500 for laser treatments and PRP; £300 for dermal filler, and £350 for radiofrequency. Surgical intervention are likely to be even more costly.

Can I improve the condition through changing my lifestyle?

To some extent yes. Avoiding irritants such as harsh soaps that can disrupt the natural balance of the vaginal environment may help with mild symptoms of a dry vagina, as can reducing potential triggers such as stress or certain medications. If anxiety or other psychological factors are potentially playing a role, don’t rule out counselling either to combat poor sexual response.

Pelvic floor exercises, such as Kegel exercises, may help improve blood circulation to the vagina as well, promoting better overall health in the area. Another suggestion is to increase your regular sexual activity as this can promote natural lubrication, although any pain should be reported to your doctor as an indication of more severe dryness or another condition.

Are there surgical treatments for treating vaginal dryness and poor sexual response?

Surgical treatments are generally not the primary approach for addressing vaginal dryness and poor sexual response, especially due to their potential risks and necessary recovery periods. Most surgical options are therefore reserved for when other treatments have been ineffective, or when the condition is associated with anatomical factors that require correction.

Vaginoplasty: a surgical procedure designed to tighten the vaginal canal. It is often considered for women who experience vaginal laxity after childbirth, which can contribute to poor sexual response and functional changes.

Labiaplasty: the surgical reshaping of the labia minora or majora. While primarily a cosmetic procedure, it may be performed in conjunction with other treatments to enhance comfort and function.

Clitoral Hood Reduction: In some cases, surgical reduction of the clitoral hood may be performed to address anatomical concerns and improve sexual function.