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Article: Hypertensive women and vaginal dryness
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- USA TODAY
- Article date:
- October 1, 1998
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CopyrightCopyright Society for Advancement of Education Oct 1998. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Women who suffer from high blood pressure-about 46% of females aged 55-64-are more likely to experience sexual dysfunction, including vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, and problems with orgasm, than those with normal blood pressure. A study conducted by Bassett Healthcare Systems found that the inability to lubricate was the most common problem reported by the women.
Gynecologist Adelaide Nardone, a consultant to The Vagisil Women's Health Center, White Plains, N.Y, believes that there is a link between hypertension and sexual function due to lack of vaginal lubrication. "Adequate lubrication of the genital area requires adequate circulation. High blood pressure is known to cause ...