Can shaving and douching cause vaginal irritation?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am 22 years old. I have had vaginal irritation, especially after shaving and douching. Why so?
Kindly help.
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Never ever do douching as it is a cause of burning and irritation. Follow these preventive measures:
- Avoid scented pads or toilet paper, creams, bubble baths, feminine sprays, and douches.
- Use water and a plain, unscented soap to regularly clean your external genital area. But do not wash more than once a day. Doing so can increase dryness.
- Always wipe from front to back after urination and defecation.
- Wear cotton panties (no synthetic fabrics), and change your underwear every day.
- Do not douche.
- Use vaseline as a moisturizer.
- Do not scratch.
I hope this has helped you. Thank you.
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