Feminine Hygiene
The vagina is a self-cleaning organ. Many individuals mistake the vulva for the vagina. The vagina is the internal area that we do not clean since it cleans itself, but the vulva is the external area that we can clean. The vaginal area is quite sensitive. The pH of the vagina is relatively acidic, and washing it with any scented product may throw off your pH, leading to a yeast infection. Your vagina is supposed to smell like a vagina, not like a fruit or flower. You will have a bit of an earthy scent and that is normal.
You must wash your vulva every day. You can wash your vulva with baking soda as it will neutralize your pH and you won't have any weird scent,(do not insert it into your vagina, remember your vagina is very sensitive so do not put any product inside of it). The best option for washing your vulva is water. Most of these feminine hygiene products promise to assist you in balancing your pH when in reality, it has many harsh chemicals that are harmful to your vagina, for example, Summer's Eve and Vagisil. When drying your vulva, pat it dry with a clean towel to avoid infection.
Wear cotton underwear, as it allows the vagina to breathe. Avoid wearing satin underwear as it will trap moisture which will lead to a yeast infection. Bad bacteria thrive in moist, warm environments. Change out of your wet swimsuit or sweaty sports clothes as quickly as possible to avoid this bacterium from overgrowing and invading your vagina. Go commando when sleeping, it gives the vagina a chance to breathe. When using the toilet, avoid wiping from back to front since this might transfer bacteria from your anus to your vagina.
After sex, ladies you need to urinate with no excuses, to avoid infection. Germs can enter your urinary tract, which is a tiny opening immediately above your vagina, during intercourse. Peeing after sex aids in the removal of pathogens. Don't insert scented lube or condoms around the vaginal area it will also lead to a yeast infection.
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