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Atrophic Vaginitis Risk Factors
Risk factors for atrophic vaginitis include:
- Diabetes
- Menopause
- Primary ovarian failure
- Breastfeeding
- Smoking
- Surgical removal of the ovaries
- Never giving birth vaginally
- Chemotherapy:
- The administration of medicines that kill cancer cells.
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Last Updated: Nov 17, 2010 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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PubMed Atrophic Vaginitis References
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- Notelovitz M, Funk S, Nanavati N, Mazzeo M. Estradiol absorption from vaginal tablets in postmenopausal women. Obstet Gynecol. 2002 Apr;99(4):556-62. [12039110]
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