Discomfort or burning with everyday activities like exercise or sitting

When vaginal and vulvar symptoms of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) begin interfering with everyday activities - exercise, prolonged sitting, wearing certain clothing, or simply going about a normal day - the condition has reached a point where active, targeted treatment is essential. At Renew Health and Wellness, Dr. Jennifer Redmond, CNP, DNP understands that GSM is not a minor inconvenience. It is a physiological condition that, left untreated, progressively worsens as estrogenic support to the genitourinary tissues continues to decline. Her evaluation captures the specific functional limitations you are experiencing - because treatment success is measured by your ability to live without discomfort, not merely by lab values.

The cornerstone of care is restoring local estrogen levels to the genitourinary tissues through low-dose vaginal estrogen preparations. These preparations directly address the tissue atrophy, reduced lubrication, and inflammation that make everyday activities uncomfortable. They are available in cream, ring, or suppository form and are selected based on your preference, lifestyle, and health history. Intravaginal DHEA is another highly effective option that restores both estrogenic and androgenic support to vulvar and vaginal tissues. For women already receiving systemic bio-identical and body-identical hormone therapy, local treatment is often added as a complement to address residual genitourinary symptoms.

Dr. Jennifer Redmond, CNP, DNP may also incorporate peptide therapies that support tissue regeneration and circulation, as well as compounded formulations tailored to your specific tissue needs. Ongoing monitoring ensures your treatment is working and can be adjusted as your body responds. At Renew Health and Wellness, everyday comfort is not too much to ask for - it is exactly what we are here to help you achieve.