like make you get infectionn?
2007-04-10 06:19:19 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
There are some soaps that resulted in UTI and yeast infections for my wife.
Did the soap cause it?
I don't know. But EVERY time a harsher soap was used, she would develop problems.
Zest and Lever were the worst. Dove seems to be fine.
2007-04-10 06:31:32 · answer #1 · answered by uisignorant 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the vagina, there is a delicate balance of naturally occuring bacteria. When there is a hormone imbalance or when using antibacterial products, that balance can be thrown off and one type of bacteria will become more prevalent than it should be. That is the "infection". Usually, there will be an unpleasant smell, a discharge and possibly some itching.
Not all soaps are antibacterial. Most soaps just smell nice and make your skin smell nice too. However, you should use just water to clean your genitals for a few days. If the natural balance is not restored, you may have to visit the doctor for medication to help you.
2007-04-10 13:32:45 · answer #2 · answered by Melanie J 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes.For some people it behaves as an irritant.
Use plenty of water to wash the area when cleaning and use soap minimally -mild soap.
2007-04-10 13:24:30 · answer #3 · answered by Dr.Gomatthi Chinnaswamy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, it can cause Vaginitis... Vaginitis is often caused by an infection, but it may also be caused by a reaction to vaginal products such as soap, bath oils, spermicidal jelly, or douches. Vaginitis may cause symptoms such as vaginal itching, pain, or discharge.
I was told by my OB/GYN is use only Dove Unscented soap to clean my feminine parts...
2007-04-10 13:45:48 · answer #4 · answered by Maya 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you should try another soap and if that doesn't work
go to the doctor there is no point being ashamed its
just the doctor
ill hope that helps
2007-04-10 13:45:58 · answer #5 · answered by Prasanth M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it can. It disturbs the natural balance and causes irritation. It can further lead to a sort of domino effect that will make you miserable with itching and burning. Something mild is recommended.
2007-04-10 13:22:42 · answer #6 · answered by Trish G 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
YES. And so do those "feminine products like sprays for feminineodors. They throw off the ph balance in your vaginal area causing discharge and leading to infection.
2007-04-10 13:24:24 · answer #7 · answered by Pandora 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
any soap is antibacterial. That is part of our contract with soap. There is no soap brand that is not antibacterial. It is just a marketing tool to say that on a package so that people will pick that brand.
2007-04-10 13:24:15 · answer #8 · answered by Rona9 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It can be harsher on the tender delicate skin of your vulva, but it can't CAUSE infections.
2007-04-10 13:26:40 · answer #9 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no. but if anyone has previous sore,infection it is recomended to avoid touching with moisture or corrosive alkali materials
2007-04-10 13:25:28 · answer #10 · answered by Manik 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋