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Symptom Assessor

During menopause, lower levels of the hormone estrogen can result in a variety of different physical symptoms. Common vaginal symptoms may include dryness, itching and burning in and around the vulva and vagina, and pain during sexual activity.

Data from the REVEAL Surveys, market research surveys designed to gain a more thorough understanding of the vaginal and sexual health of postmenopausal Boomer women, show that roughly half of postmenopausal women surveyed agreed* it is still taboo in society to acknowledge that they are experiencing symptoms of menopause such as vulvar and vaginal dryness or painful intercourse. However, that should not be the case.

If you are postmenopausal and experiencing vaginal discomfort or pain, either during routine daily activities or during sex, talking with your health care professional (doctor, nurse practitioner, physician’s assistant or nurse) can help you get the information you need about your vaginal health. To find out if and how certain menopausal symptoms may be affecting you, complete the following symptom assessor. Print the results and bring them with you to your next appointment to help guide the conversation with your health care professional and to find out whether there is an appropriate treatment option that is right for you. This symptom assessor does not constitute medical advice. You should discuss any symptoms you may be experiencing with your health care professional. This information will not be transmitted to or retained by Pfizer.

*Agreed = Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree

Describe your menstrual status so your health care professional can determine exactly where you fall in the menopause spectrum. (check one of the following) I am in perimenopause. My periods are erratic and I sometimes have symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. I am menopausal. I have not had a menstrual period for at least 12 consecutive months and am experiencing menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. I am menopausal and non-symptomatic. I have not had a period in more than 12 months and no longer experience menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Use the checklist below to describe your overall menopausal symptoms. I experience these symptoms: Never Hardly Ever Occasionally Frequently Always Irregular periods Hot flashes (an overall sensation of heat—and often sweating, palpitations, and chills) Night sweats (hot flashes that disrupt your sleep) Moodiness and irritability Vaginal dryness, itching, or burning, and discomfort with sexual activity   If you experience vaginal symptoms, describe the intensity of these symptoms. a. Dryness None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   b. Irritation None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   c. Itching None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   d. Pain with sexual activity None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   Describe the intensity of your vaginal discomfort. None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   Describe the frequency by which you have experienced bleeding during sexual activity. None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   Describe the frequency by which you limit sexual activity due to discomfort. None It does not affect me at all Mild It is occasionally a problem Moderate It is a regular problem Severe It is a disruptive problem   Understanding your symptoms is the first step to managing your vaginal and sexual health. Print out the results above so you can share them with your health care professional and discuss if there is a prescription treatment option that is right for you. Find out more about menopausal symptoms Get tips on speaking to your health care professional about the vaginal symptoms due to menopause Download the health care professional discussion checklist