Never tried it. What is it good for? Side effects? When to use it?
2007-03-21 13:28:51 · 9 answers · asked by Alice M. Ayres 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Douching is bad for you! It can cause:
vaginal irritation,
vaginal infections called bacterial vaginosis or BV,
sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and
pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Regular vaginal douching changes the delicate chemical balance of the vagina and can make a woman more susceptible to infections. Douching can introduce new bacteria into the vagina which can spread up through the cervix, uterus, and fallopian tubes. Researchers have found that women who douche regularly experience more vaginal irritations and infections such as bacterial vaginosis, and an increased number of sexually transmitted diseases.
2007-03-21 13:34:10 · answer #1 · answered by heathermagoo13 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Like the others have said, it is actually not good for you. Unless your doctor tells you to douche for a specific reason, washing with mild soap and warm water is all you need to keep clean.
2007-03-21 13:43:16 · answer #2 · answered by seaofclouds21 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't douche unless your doctor advises you to. It alters the acidity in your vagina. It is not a good idea to change the environment of that sensitive area.
2007-03-21 13:34:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, only after my period is gone, to wash it all and feel clean. You should not by any means do it regularly since it will strip away your natural acidity, which acts as a natural barrier against germs and infections.
2007-03-21 13:49:57 · answer #4 · answered by AMBER D 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I did until I heard it was bad....oops. Im ok and all but why take the risk?
I only did it after my period...it made me feel fresher.
2007-03-21 13:57:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is not good for you. it gets rid of all of the natural bacteria that you need to have up there! don't do it unless you HAVE to!
2007-03-21 13:47:50 · answer #6 · answered by Samantha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't do it, I don't have the proper orifice. You should not do it either, it washes all the good stuff out and leaves you susceptible to infection.
2007-03-21 13:37:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
No way my Dr said it is unnecessary.
2007-03-21 14:20:53 · answer #8 · answered by JS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't even know what it is! can you please tell me !
2007-03-21 13:33:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋