Proper Hygiene during Menstruation

Last Updated on Monday, 24 October 2011 01:27 Written by Natural Health Team Monday, 24 October 2011 01:27

Health Information about Proper Hygiene during Menstruation

Menstruation is a natural process that all women must face and during a special concern for the hygiene of our intimate areas. Unfortunately there is much misinformation about it, which leads to problems and infections could be avoided.

Here I share some tips on proper hygiene to be observed during the period. This way you will feel cool, comfortable and above all avoid infections. Know that when the menstrual fluid in the uterus has no odor, however, when moving into the vagina, the bacteria begin to act on the content producing the characteristic smell blood menstruation. To prevent this odor becomes offensive to others, it is important to wash and change tampons or pads frequently. It should make the toilet several times a day as you feel the need. Nor is it of becoming compulsive and swim ten times. With three daily washings should be sufficient. Proper hygiene is performed with bathrooms and showers with warm water and mild soap, better if glycerin and fragrance free. That a woman should not bathe when she is menstruating is just a grandmother myth. Wash carefully around the entrance of the vagina, labia, clitoris and urethral opening.

• Pads
Wash your hands before and after inserting, particularly those who do not wear tampons applicator. Change them every 4 to 6 hours and not use while sleeping, thereby eliminating the risk of infection and avoid odors or get toxic syndrome (TSS), a potentially serious condition. Tampons should be used only in special situations such as swimming, do a sport and never as a routine. As the pads must always be of the highest quality.

• Sanitary pads are recommended to use pads or pads that are of highest quality and contain no perfumes or additives that could irritate or cause skin allergies. Towels should be changed frequently (every 4 to 6 hours), but are not wet enough. This prevents the blood from breaking down and produce odor.

• Douching and perfumes in spray – Many women use douches and sprays perfume in ensuring the cleanliness of the vagina during menstruation. However, the introduction of substances into the genitals can lead to allergies and even infections. You should not use these products unless a doctor tells you to, because the vagina has its own antibacterial methods are usually sufficient to protect you. The use of douches alter the normal balance of vaginal flora affecting it takes to help keep the pH in this area can irritate the delicate tissues close or extend the infection to internal organs like the uterus or fallopian tubes.
• Infections – The odors coming from the genital area, itching and burning, are some symptoms that might reveal a possible infection, so it is necessary to go to the gynecologist, who will diagnose and indicate the correct treatment.

Other tips
• Use cotton underwear and loose clothing will help you feel more clean and comfortable.
• You should bring a change of spare underwear in your purse or backpack, so you if you change your spots.
• If you notice or have a problem, do not hesitate to turn to your doctor.

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