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Intimate hygiene is very important and must be done properly so as not to harm the woman's intimate health, it is recommended to wash the genital area with water or neutral or intimate soap, avoid using wet wipes and perfumed toilet paper and wearing clothes cotton, because it is possible to maintain normal vaginal pH and prevent the proliferation of microorganisms that cause disease.
In addition to vaginal infections, the lack of adequate intimate hygiene can lead to the appearance of inflamed lumps on the skin, especially in the groin, armpits and anus, leading to the development of suppurative hydrosadenitis, which corresponds to inflammation of the sweat glands. See more about suppurative hydrosadenitis.
1. Wash the outer region of the vagina with intimate soap
It is recommended that the intimate area is washed only with water and mild soap to prevent the vaginal microbiota from becoming unbalanced and there is a proliferation of microorganisms responsible for diseases.
The use of intimate soaps like Lucretin, Dermacyd or Intimus, for example, are good options for maintaining the normal vaginal microbiota, however they should not be used all the time as they may end up having the opposite effect. In addition, if possible, these soaps should not be applied directly to the intimate area and the amount to be used should be minimal, it is recommended, if possible, to dilute an amount of intimate soap in the water to be washed with.
2. Do not use vaginal douching
Vaginal douching should also be avoided, as they can alter the pH and vaginal flora, and can make the vagina more susceptible to infections. However, in some cases where there is an infection or where the pH is altered, it may be necessary to perform a vaginal shower, but only if recommended by the doctor.
3. Do not use baby wipes or perfumed toilet paper
Wet wipes and perfumed toilet paper should only be used in cases of extreme need, when you are away from home, for example, and a few times a day, because when used in excess they can cause dryness in the vagina and irritations, eliminating lubrication of the genital region, and can also interfere with pH.
4. Wear cotton underwear
Underwear is another factor that influences hygiene, as underwear made of synthetic materials makes it difficult for the skin to perspire and increases the accumulation of sweat, making the genital region more humid and hot, which favors the proliferation of microorganisms, especially the fungus. genre Candida, which is responsible for candidiasis.
Thus, it is recommended that women wear cotton panties, which should be changed every day, in addition to avoid wearing too tight clothes, as it can also favor the occurrence of vaginal infections.
5. Don't overdo the epilation
Doing total hair removal or using razor and hair removal products more than 3 times a week is also not recommended because it impairs intimate health, in addition to causing skin irritation.
Total hair removal favors the growth of microorganisms and causes greater vaginal discharge, facilitating the appearance of diseases. In addition, razor shaving and hair removal products destroy the skin's protective layer and contribute to reducing its natural lubrication.
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Hygiene after intimate contact
After intimate contact, it is important to always perform good intimate hygiene to avoid infections or illnesses. Immediately after intimate contact, one should try to urinate to avoid the appearance of urinary infections and immediately afterwards one should wash the intimate region with plenty of water and just a little intimate soap, and change panties or daily protector.
In addition, people who are in the habit of using lubricants, should avoid those that are based on oil or silicone, as they do not come out easily with water, which can harm the vaginal flora, hindering intimate hygiene and promoting the proliferation of fungi and bacteria and thus favoring the development of vaginal infections.
In the case of using a daily protector and having an abundant discharge, it is recommended that the protector be changed more than once a day. In addition, it is important that the woman is attentive to the appearance of gynecological changes, such as discharge with a strong yellow or greenish smell, itching or burning when urinating, for example, being recommended to consult the doctor, as it may be a sign of urinary infection, and should treatment is started. See how the treatment for urinary tract infection is done.