# Menopause symptom management and treatment

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/menopause-symptom-management-and-treatment
> Updated: 2026-08-09T19:23:00.000Z. Sources: 29. Developments: 2.

Discussions regarding menopause management focus on both pharmacological and holistic approaches to addressing physical and sexual health symptoms.

Clinical reviews indicate that traditional Chinese herbal formulas can reduce hot flashes and improve quality of life. Additionally, vaginal estrogen products, such as creams and tablets, have been used to treat genitourinary syndrome of menopause, aiding in moisture and elasticity while potentially reducing urinary tract infection complications.

Medical experts, including gynecologists from the Brazilian Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (Febrasgo), emphasize that sexual health issues—such as vaginal dryness, pain during intercourse, and decreased libido—should not be dismissed as inevitable consequences of aging. Professionals are cautioned against the error of assuming older patients are no longer sexually active, an oversight often compounded by social taboos and patient embarrassment.

In Brazil, where approximately 30 million women are in the menopausal stage, data indicates that 82% experience symptoms that impact their quality of life. Gynecologist Jussimara Souza Steglich, representing Febrasgo, stresses that sexual health must be integrated into women’s care throughout all life stages.

Effective management requires a multidisciplinary approach involving hormone therapy, nutrition, and physical activity. Furthermore, physical pain during intercourse may stem from underlying conditions such as endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, or pelvic floor muscle contractions, necessitating comprehensive medical attention.

## Claims

- Sexual health should be part of women's care in all life stages, including after menopause. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Sexual pain during intercourse can result from conditions such as endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Approximately 30 million women in Brazil are in the menopause age range. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- 82% of menopausal women in Brazil report symptoms that impact their quality of life. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Febrasgo specialist addresses sexual health during menopause

Gynecologist Jussimara Souza Steglich warns that menopause-related sexual issues like pain and low libido should not be ignored or treated as inevitable, noting they are often undertreated due to medical bias.

29 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gynecologist-advises-treatment-for-menopause-related-sexual-complaints

### 2026-07-24: Herbal and Vaginal Estrogen Therapies Address Menopause Symptoms

Herbal Chinese formulas and vaginal estrogen are shown to relieve menopause symptoms, improve quality of life, and reduce urinary‑tract complications.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/herbal-and-vaginal-estrogen-therapies-address-menopause-symptoms

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