Nearing menopause and worried about your sex life? The menopause shouldn’t affect your libido. But loss of vaginal lubrication may occur, resulting in soreness during and after sex.

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To relieve vaginal dryness, short-acting, water-based vaginal lubricants such as K-Y jelly can be used immediately before sexual intercourse – petroleum-based products such as Vaseline should be avoided; it may also help to take a warm bath before intercourse; and regular sexual activity can help to improve natural lubrication and keep the vagina moist and toned. Some women have decreased sexual desire because of changes in self-perception and lifestyle stressors – counselling and support groups can help you cope with this, as well as with physical and emotional symptoms.

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