Aunt Li's husband passed away more than ten years ago. She had finally managed to raise her child to adulthood, and she felt that she could finally live for herself for once.
At 56, Aunt Li was introduced to Mr. Zhang, a single man, and they started a new family. However, after marriage, Aunt Li found that because she had been single for many years and was approaching menopause, she often felt dryness and stinging during intimacy with Mr. Zhang. Although Mr. Zhang was very understanding and tried his best to help Aunt Li relax, she still felt very regretful.
Over time, Aunt Li even felt that marital relations were a burden and gradually became averse to them. To solve this problem, Lao Zhang suggested using lubricant, but Aunt Li had never used such a thing before and was a little skeptical: would lubricant even work?
After menopause, most women face the problem of dryness.
Similar to Aunt Li, most women face an awkward situation when they reach a certain age: excessive dryness during sexual intercourse affects the performance of both partners, and over time may even lead to a loss of sexual interest.
Data shows that 78% of middle-aged and elderly women in my country experience dryness and pain during sexual intercourse, leading to weak arousal and resistance to intercourse.
Why does this phenomenon occur?
As women age, various bodily functions decline, and in China, women typically enter menopause between the ages of 54 and 58. The arrival of menopause signifies a decline in estrogen levels, reduced gonadal function, and the degeneration of reproductive organs . A particularly noticeable change is the reduction in secretions and decreased lubrication, which diminishes the enjoyment of sexual intercourse and can negatively impact marital relationships to some extent.
Is using lubricant harmful to the body?
If you're experiencing constant dryness and both partners are having a poor experience, what can you do? Using lubricant is a simple and effective way to relieve dryness and pain, while also protecting the mucous membranes and preventing damage.
Currently, lubricants on the market can be classified into water-based, oil-based, and silicone-based according to their composition, with water-based lubricants being the most common in China .
Water-based lubricants have good solubility and are easy to clean. More importantly, they are insoluble in latex and can be used with latex condoms, making them highly safe.
Oil-based lubricants offer long-lasting lubrication, but they are difficult to clean and can dissolve condoms. In contrast, silicone-based lubricants combine the advantages of both water-based and oil-based lubricants: a small amount provides lubrication for a longer period and is easy to clean; they also do not dissolve condoms, making them safer.
Therefore, silicone-based lubricants are currently the best overall lubricants for human use.
The intimate areas of the body are quite sensitive and delicate, and many people worry about whether using lubricants will harm their health. Generally speaking, lubricants with simple ingredients, no color or odor, and insoluble in latex are safe. It is recommended to avoid buying lubricants with strong fragrances or containing other chemical ingredients to prevent skin allergies.
Only by using it correctly can you get extra points.
After buying lubricant, there are specific guidelines on how to apply it, where to apply it, and how much to apply.
The amount of lubricant needed varies from person to person. Some people only need a little, while others need to use more to achieve the desired effect. When using it for the first time, squeeze out an amount the size of a coin , rub it in your palm, and then apply it.
Further information: Postmenopausal women can scientifically supplement estrogen.
In addition to using certain products to improve the quality of their sex life, postmenopausal women can also supplement with estrogen appropriately.
After menopause, due to ovarian failure and pituitary hyperfunction, some women experience excessive secretion of gonadotropins, leading to autonomic nervous system dysfunction and causing physical discomfort such as palpitations, insomnia, fatigue, and mood swings. Appropriate estrogen supplementation can improve symptoms and quality of life, while also stimulating secretions and slowing down genital atrophy.
It's important to note that estrogen supplementation should be done scientifically . In daily life, it can be obtained through food, such as by consuming soybeans and soy products. Alternatively, under the guidance of a doctor, hormonal medications such as progesterone capsules or estradiol tablets can be taken.
Menopause is a stage in life that every woman will experience, and it should be viewed with a calm and accepting attitude. If age and menopause cause difficulties in a couple's life, they can actively seek solutions while ensuring their own health, thus strengthening their relationship and making it easier to safely navigate the menopausal period.
References:
[1] Can menopausal women still have sex? Health Times. 2019-01-15
[2] Women's Menopause: Should They Supplement with Estrogen? Beijing Evening News. 2016-05-19
[3] Wu Yongning, Zhao Yunfeng, Wang Xuqing. Potential effects of phytoestrogens in soybean on human health (review) [J]. Chinese Journal of Food Hygiene, 2000, (1).
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