Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Mandyk on January 09, 2021, 05:15:07 PM
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Hi all
Has anyone used ovestin cream before? Its to be inserted but does it help with external itching and dryness?
The problem i have is more external to be honest so I am hoping it will help with that.
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Yes, it will help external issues. You can apply a little to the labia, as well as using internally.
JP x
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It will help. Insert every night for 2-3 weeks and put a little on the outer labia etc. at the same time. The idea is to keep the area supple.
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I’m one of the lucky ones who doctor allows me to use both Ovestin and Vagifem.
My pain is external, I’m currently using Ovestin externally 5/6 nights a week
Ovestin internally two nights a week
And Vagifem 4 nights a week.
Good luck, I’ve had virginal atrophy for over two years now, and it’s not unusual to do well than have a flare up.
I had at least five flare ups last year
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Well it seemed to be working the firat couple of days but I am having issues today but I guess its early days for me. Can I use it externally as much as I need or do I need to follow the directions
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My meno specialist said it was safe to use Ovestin on the outside every day. I use Vagifem and Ovestin daily, i can't cope if any less than that.
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Over two years with virginal atrophy treatment and it can still be very up and down.
I reloaded 5 times last year, right now I’m good about 95% normal virgina. But sadly I know it can change and I will go backwards, but not as bad as I was at the start. Sadly treatment is for life and by my experience it will be up and down.