Ladies, let's talk about vaginal douching. Despite common beliefs, it's not necessary for good hygiene and can actually be harmful to your health.

What is vaginal douching? Douching is the practice of washing or flushing the vagina with water or other fluids.

Is it safe? NO. Douching can lead to the spread of an infection or even the development of an infection by altering the balance of normal bacteria that are present in the vagina.

The risks of douching far outweigh the benefits. Douching can cause;
• Vaginal infections
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Pregnancy complications
• Cervicitis

What is the best way to clean the vagina? You don't need to! A woman's vagina is self-cleaning and will get rid of semen, menstrual blood, and other bodily fluids on its own.

A woman who is worried about vaginal odor or abnormal discharge should contact her doctor to discuss the issue. Using a douche to eliminate these concerns could mask underlying issues and may lead to more severe complications if left untreated. Vaginal douching may seem like a good idea, but it can actually do more harm than good.