Genital Area Hygiene - Vulvar and Vaginal Hygiene

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Genital Area HygieneAnd Vulval Care
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Vulvar and Vaginal Hygiene

• Vaginal and genital area is a sensitive and
  important area

• Good hygiene gives more confidence

• Strong sense of femininity and satisfying
  sexuality

•  In order for the woman to be able to examine the
  vulva she must crouch and use a mirror

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Disturbances That Are Often A Source of Concern 

• A strange feeling of an abnormal form of her vulva

• An embarrassment during sex can cause denial of
  sexual intercourse

• A feelinof unpleasant g smell.

• Abnormally large or small labia (that maybe
  corrected surgical)

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Best hair removal method (laser, waxing or
shaving)?

• Each woman must be sure that she has a normal
  area just like any other woman but with minor
  differences that makes her unique and special

• It is strongly recommended to consult your doctor
  if you feel some itching, irritation or rash at
  vulvar area

• Vaginal discharge is very common and most often
  it is physiological and caused by hormonal
  changes.

• The skin of the genital area is very sensitive
  and therefore requires a good daily hygiene to
  achieve maximum comfort and enjoyment during sex

• The use of vegetable oils to moisturize and
  soothe the vulva would be very beneficial
  providing more comfort and flexibility especially
  after menopause

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Pubic Hair Removal

• Different ways for taking care and removal of
  this hair which depends on the type of skin and
  what each woman prefer. She may prefer to
• Remove all the hair from the whole area
• She can remove it from certain parts only
• Trimming
• For permanent hair removal laser can be done.
  With this method there will be no irritation, or
  hair growing under the skin, but be careful in
  choosing the right place for that (specialized
  clinic or center)

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• Whatever the method chosen it is advisable to
  start on a small area because

•  Avoid allergic skin reaction

• Burn from hot wax

•  Lacerations caused by shaving

• In cases of active inflammation such as herpes or
  blisters it is recommended to trim the hair to
  prevent the spread of inflammation

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Tips For Using Laundry products

1. Cleansers and products that do not contain dyes
   or enzymes and perfumes should be only used in
   cleaning underwears, sportswear, towels and
   sleepwear.
2. Use half or third the suggested amount of laundry
   products to minimize its concentration.
3. Avoid the use of soothing clothes.
4. If you use products to remove stains, rinse
   underwear in warm water before washing again.

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How To Choose The Right Underwear?
1. Choose a good quality cotton fabric that
absorbs moisture and dries quickly
2. If your skin is sensitive or you have rash use
appropriate clothing and pants
3. It is better to avoid wearing underwear and
pants during the night, it is more appropriate to
use pajamas or even sleep naked
4. Underwears and cloths should be changed
immediately when they get wet after exercise or
swimming
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How To Treat Wet and Dry Vulval Area
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Which Hygiene and shower Products to Use

• Avoid using products that can cause irritation of
  the skin of the genital area such as liquid soap
  and scented lotions, though they have pleasant
  smell they can cause skin irritation

• Avoid douching which causes irritation by
  interfering with the bacteria naturally present
  at vulvar area and contribute in its protection.

• If you have sensitive skin cleaning the area with
  warm water and gentle rubbing with hand is enough
  to keep the area clean without causing irritation.

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• Try to change the type of soap used because you
  might be allergic to a particular type of soap,
  usually organic soap and natural products are
  preferred

• Avoid bath bubbles, bath salt and bath with
  scented oils if you have sensitive skin.

• If you have irritation, wipe the area gently by
  pressing and avoid rubbing with the towel. 

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How To Treat Vulvar Itching

• If no improvement with local anti fungal or if it
  was associated with skin rash the cause might be
  atypical fungus that needs specific treatment.

• If you suddenly started to complain from itching
  and it was associated with whitish vaginal
  discharge, then it is most likely due to fungal
  infection, local treatment with anti fungal cream
  and ovules would be sufficient

• Warm sitz bath can help to reduce the itching,
  4-5 table spoon of baking soda can be added to
  the bath, 1-3 times daily for 10-15 minutes each
  time.

• The use of wet bandages can relieve irritation

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Tips For Cleaning the Genital Area
1. After going to toilet, use smooth, white and
unscented toilet paper
2. Avoid wet napkins
3. Wash the area with warm water after urination.
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4. After defecation, it is important to wipe the
genital area from front to back not the opposite
5. If you are using daily pads, it is recommended
to change every 6-8 hours
6. Frequent use of tampons can increase your
chance of having vaginal and vulvae infection
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What Are The Best Moisturizers for The Vulvar
Skin?
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Some Considerations for Sex
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In Case Of Painful Sex

• It is strongly recommended to consult the doctor
  if you have pain during intercourse, including
  vulval vestibule, this may be due to vulvodynia a
  very common defect that can cause pain.

• After the age of menopause and for better
  treatment, consult your doctor if you feel pain
  during intercourse.

• It is advisable to urinate just after intercourse
  to prevent bladder inflammation

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