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Study: Regular Sex Eases Menopause Symptoms in Women

6/29/2025

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A groundbreaking study involving over 900 women aged 40 to 79 reveals that regular sexual activity significantly alleviates symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), like dryness and irritation. Interestingly, while sexual desire may wane with age, feelings of satisfaction and the ability to orgasm remain steady. Shockingly, only 2.9% of participants opted for hormone therapy, despite its advantages for managing GSM symptoms.

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A groundbreaking study involving over 900 women aged 40 to 79 reveals that regular sexual activity significantly alleviates symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), like dryness and irritation. Interestingly, while sexual desire may wane with age, feelings of satisfaction and the ability to orgasm remain steady. Shockingly, only 2.9% of participants opted for hormone therapy, despite its advantages for managing GSM symptoms.