Feminine Hygiene

Feminine Hygiene should be observe by women daily to prevent the occurrence of vaginal problems, e.g. vaginal infection, urinary tract infections or other genital disorders. Such practice is carried out on a daily basis especially in women who have active sexual lifestyles and women having their monthly period. Lack of feminine hygiene may lead to various vaginal irritations, e.g. allergic reactions to chemicals that are found in sanitary napkins, creams, spermicidal and douches.


Advice:

• Practice good hygiene. Wash the genital area thoroughly at least once a day.
• Avoid using harsh and perfumed soaps as they may cause irritation.
• Women should always wipe gently from front to back to avoid infecting the vagina with bacteria coming from the fecal route.
• As much as possible, use loose pants and cotton underwear.