For patients complaining of vaginal dryness and irritation with intercourse, I recommended miconazole 2% cream as a lubricant. This simple solution seems to heighten foreplay and helps prevent vaginitis (it doesn’t hurt the couple’s relationship, either). — MAUREEN REEVES HORSLEY, ARNP, Emmetsburg, Iowa (145-13)

From the November 01, 2010 Issue of Clinical Advisor

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Family Medicine Menopause