Asking whether GSM can change
People usually ask this when symptoms have gone on for a while and they want to know if the situation can change.
Take the question to a clinician
Put the question to a clinician at a visit, along with what treatment would cost. The two pages below explain the condition and the options discussed during menopause, and the questions further down turn the answer into something you can compare.
Two pages to read before your visit
A hospital health library explains the condition on a page about vaginal atrophy, its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. For a plain overview of the options that are discussed during menopause, see this menopause treatment page. Read both before your visit so your questions are specific.
Questions that make the answer clear
- What would improvement look like for me, and how would we measure it?
- How long before I would expect to notice a change?
- What happens if I stop treatment?
The answers will differ from person to person, and that is expected.
Settling the price before treatment
Price is part of the answer, so settle it before you commit. Ask what the first visit and each follow-up cost. Ask whether treatment is a one-time purchase or an ongoing expense. Ask whether a membership works out differently from paying per visit. Write the answers down and compare them across clinics.
A diagnosis comes before a plan
Please see a licensed professional for a diagnosis and a plan that fits you. The cost questions above help you compare treatment offers and do not tell you whether your symptoms can change.