The number of women suffering from uterine infections is on the rise, wonder why? The causes vary from hygiene to nutrition. All of which, one can control. However, not controlling and preventing such infections can also lead to infertility!
The infections usually begins from vagina and if not cured, travels up and infects the uterus causing pelvic inflammatory disease. Worse yet is if the infections spreads to fallopian tubes, it blocks them and causes infertility.
Sharing her insight and addressing vaginitis, Obstetrician & laparoscopic gynaecologist Dr. Sheela Chhabra guides women on keeping away from the infection.
Reach your doctor if…
• Your vaginal discharge changes colour, is heavier, or smells different.
• You notice itching, burning, swelling, or soreness around or outside of your vagina.
• It burns when you pee.
• Sex is uncomfortable.
Note: If you are sexually active, then remember to talk about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) with your doctor during your annual check-up. Symptoms in women are generally not clear and easy to detect. The chances are more in case of multiple partners.
Avoid use of detergents, fabric softeners, perfumed soaps, spermicides and vaginal sprays as it could cause vaginal allergies.
Take care of yourself by:
• Hydration is essential for a healthy system and especially female organs, so drink enough water.
• Nutrition: women should have diet rich in antioxidants
• Change your pad often, because we also sweat through the day. Hence, give preference to smaller pads and frequent changes.
• Remember menstrual cups need frequent cleaning too even if they are not filled completely.
• Don’t use the cup for a long time in one go or don't forget the tampon inside, it can lead to toxic shock syndrome (severe infection, sepsis)
The infections usually begins from vagina and if not cured, travels up and infects the uterus causing pelvic inflammatory disease. Worse yet is if the infections spreads to fallopian tubes, it blocks them and causes infertility.
Sharing her insight and addressing vaginitis, Obstetrician & laparoscopic gynaecologist Dr. Sheela Chhabra guides women on keeping away from the infection.
Reach your doctor if…
• Your vaginal discharge changes colour, is heavier, or smells different.
• You notice itching, burning, swelling, or soreness around or outside of your vagina.
• It burns when you pee.
• Sex is uncomfortable.
Note: If you are sexually active, then remember to talk about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) with your doctor during your annual check-up. Symptoms in women are generally not clear and easy to detect. The chances are more in case of multiple partners.
Avoid use of detergents, fabric softeners, perfumed soaps, spermicides and vaginal sprays as it could cause vaginal allergies.
Take care of yourself by:
• Hydration is essential for a healthy system and especially female organs, so drink enough water.
• Nutrition: women should have diet rich in antioxidants
• Change your pad often, because we also sweat through the day. Hence, give preference to smaller pads and frequent changes.
• Remember menstrual cups need frequent cleaning too even if they are not filled completely.
• Don’t use the cup for a long time in one go or don't forget the tampon inside, it can lead to toxic shock syndrome (severe infection, sepsis)
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