The answer, quite simply, is “No”. Routine douching can disrupt the fragile chemical balance of the vagina by introducing new, and hostile, bacteria that can spread up the cervix, uterus, and fallopian tubes causing infection and irritation with adverse affects.
Women who douche often may experience more vaginal irritations and infections such as bacterial vaginosis, and an increased number of STDs. Additionally, women who use vaginal douches may have a 73% greater risk of developing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Both PID and bacterial vaginosis can have serious affects on pregnancy including infections in the baby, labor problems, and premature delivery. Because of these risks, douching is not recommended as a safe way to clean the vagina.
So what can you do? Absolutely nothing, the vagina can take care of itself. Your vagina is equipped to clean itself naturally (with its own mucous secretions), which helps the sensitive chemical balance from being disrupted, therefore keeping the risk of infection and irritation to a minimum.
Cleaning Tips
- Use warm water and a mild, unscented soap to clean the outer areas of the vagina.
- Do not use strong scented soaps, powders, or sprays as these may lead to irritation.
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