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[flobo1964]

Hi! A newbie here!

My brain is scrambled with information about the menopause and my usually lovely G.P just didn't seem interested in helping me 

I'm hoping it will all make sense once I've read more on this site, but for now my most pressing issue is vaginal dryness, wanting the loo more frequently and just a general uncomfortable feeling down below.

I'm in a fairly new relationship so am still having frequent sex and hate feeling this way 

At my request, my G.P prescribed me Estriol 0.01% and I have been using it for the past two nights.

I can feel a very slight burning sensation, nothing unbearable - but just wondered if this is normal and if I should continue using it?

Also, how long before I notice a difference? Should I use my usual lube as well for now?

I am going to make an appointment with a lady dr to discuss this and other symptoms but there's no telling when that will be!   
 
Thanks!

[Dancinggirl]

Hi flobo1964 and welcome to MM
The oestrogen cream can burn a bit after application, it 's the fillers that can aggravate - most of us prefer to use Vagifem as it is easier to use and less messy.  It does take 2-4 weeks to really work it's magic.  Most of us find that lots of lubricant is necessary for sex when meno hits. I also use a vaginal moisturiser every day together with Vagifem used at least twice a week. 
You do need to use any local oestrogen treatment every night for 2 weeks at first, then usually 2-3 times a week after that. Local oestrogen needs to be used regularly from then on to maintain a healthy environment.  DG x