atrophic vaginitis
"I was on bioidentical HRT for a couple of years before I had to have a hysterectomy.  I was able to keep my ovaries, vagina and cervix.  After the surgery, I was only allowed to take my transdermal estrogen; no more progesterone.  I am 60 years old now and have had painful, unpleasant intercourse for some time.  My gyn noticed how dry I looked and talked to me about it and gave me a prescription for this.  I am so glad she did.  I was hurting after my exam and used it that night.  It made a difference overnight. It isn't messy at all.  I use it at bedtime twice a week.  I'm so glad there was a solution to this problem that is rarely talked about.  A friend chided me for taking a non-bioidentical and I told her that I don't care."