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• Menopause is a natural, nonpathological event that occurs due to decreasing estrogen levels. • One of the most reported symptom of menopause is urogenital atrophy, also known as vaginal atrophy. • Symptoms include vaginal pruritus, dyspareunia, dryness, dysuria, postcoital bleeding, and tightness due to the thinning and reduced elasticity of the vaginal mucosa. • Local estrogen therapy is the preferred treatment option due to its minimal systemic absorption, potentially safe option for menopausal patients with hormone-sensitive conditions, and it is easily adjustable to symptom severity. • The purpose of this literature review is to compare two common delivery methods, estrogen creams or gels versus the estrogen ring, to determine the most preferred and effective approach for symptom relief. • Future research could explore the comparative safety and efficacy of local versus systemic HRT, and alternative delivery methods such as local estrogen pellets or menopause-specific IUDs. Studies examining the ease of administration for patients with mobility issues, such as arthritis, could also provide valuable data

Department

Physician Assistant Studies

Degree Name

Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)

Date of Work

2025

Publication Date

Spring 5-2025

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

Comparative Efficacy and Preference of Estrogen Cream or Gel vs. Vaginal Ring Estrogen for Hormone Replacement Therapy in Menopausal Individuals

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