Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
Motivation with Harlee Palmer, PA In his weeks, Harlee Palmer discusses Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), a common but often overlooked result of declining estrogen levels that can significantly impact vaginal and urinary health. Many women experience symptoms during perimenopause and menopause that they assume are simply something they have to tolerate. But discomfort, dryness, irritation, and urinary changes are not issues you have to “just live with.” These changes are real. They’re common. And they are treatable. What Is Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause? GSM is a term used to describe a collection of symptoms that occur when estrogen levels decline, leading to changes in the tissues of the vagina, vulva, and urinary tract. Estrogen plays a critical role in maintaining: Vaginal tissue elasticity and thickness Natural lubrication Healthy pH balance ...
