DHEA vs Estradiol for Vaginal Symptoms After Menopause
Part of Kidney & urinary, Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two vaginal treatments—DHEA and estradiol—to help relieve common menopause symptoms like dryness, itching, or discomfort during sex. You'll use vaginal therapy (applied directly where symptoms occur) and help researchers understand which works better.
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Who can take part
- You are in perimenopause or postmenopause (the years around or after your final period)
- You have at least one vaginal or genitourinary symptom, such as dryness, itching, discomfort, or pain during intercourse
- You are willing and able to use vaginal therapy as directed
- You have not used systemic hormone therapy (pills, patches, or shots affecting your whole body) in the past 6 months
- You have no history of gynecologic cancer or pelvic radiation therapy
- You speak English and can provide informed consent
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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