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Menopause Discussion => Postmenopause => Topic started by: Northerngirl on March 18, 2024, 10:33:01 AM

Title: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: Northerngirl on March 18, 2024, 10:33:01 AM

Morning ladies
Just wondering if anyone has tried the Olive&Bee moisturiser or kegel 8 miracle balm for VA relief. I've not used an sort of HRT since December due to thickened lining,  biopsy etc.
After the all clear I still feel very uneasy about using HRT. I'm doing ok without the systemic hrt but the VA is starting to irritate a bit. This is my only real issue since stopping HRT...it's not too bad at present so want to try and control it before it does get bad.
I really want to try natural treatments. I have used Yes products for years now . They are good but I'm just wondering if anyone has used anything better and more effective.
Any suggestions appreciated...Thank you

Title: Re: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: CLKD on March 18, 2024, 12:35:55 PM

VA without treatment will irritate.  Other products may ease symptoms but won't replace oestrogen = dryness. 

R 'yes' and 'sylc' products 'natural'?  Menopause is natural but arrives with all kinds of unexpected issues  >:(

Some use coconut oil - however, do check what is in the product as many are stuffed with less than natural fillers etc..

I suppose what U need to do is try 1 product to see if it helps.  Using too many - you won't know what is/not working  ::)

Title: Re: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: Northerngirl on March 18, 2024, 01:21:02 PM

Thanks CLKD for your advice. I know nothing is as good as oestrogen creams etc but I honestly just daren't use them.
I know yes products are organic and safe. I have never used any other non HRT products.  Found those 2 I mentioned this morning while googling so was just wondering if anyone had tried them....like you say it's trial and patience one at a time.

Title: Re: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: Joaniepat on March 18, 2024, 02:13:39 PM

I have used Olive & Bee and found it very good.
JP x

Title: Re: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: CLKD on March 18, 2024, 02:33:52 PM

 :thankyou:  Joaniepat

Title: Re: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: Northerngirl on March 18, 2024, 06:29:11 PM

Thanks Joaniepat. If you dont mind me asking ....Do you use it externally only?

Title: Re: Natural alternatives for VA
Post by: Joaniepat on March 18, 2024, 08:05:15 PM

Quote from: Northerngirl on March 18, 2024, 06:29:11 PM

Thanks Joaniepat. If you dont mind me asking ....Do you use it externally only?

Yes, it's for external use as a moisturiser. I've not heard of anyone using it internally. Have you looked at the Yes brand? They do an oil-based one you can use internally.
JP x