Question 1

what are douches?

Accepted Answer

Douches: Douches use a fluid to wash out the vagina. They are rarely a good idea since they can wash bacteria up into the uterus and can cause infections. The vagina is self-cleaning and bathing or showering is all you need to do in order to stay clean.

Question 2

why do some women douche?

Accepted Answer

Training, habits: Douching is a form of cleaning out the vaginal tract.  The tract is quite capable of cleaning itself out nicely when undisturbed but some have been taught that this is a form of standard self care.  The companies that mad such agents are happy to promote the need for this on a regular basis which is good for their bottom line.  If the cleaning is to remove discharge or odor, see your ob.

Question 3

can a douche change your cycle?

Accepted Answer

Not really: But it can make you prone to vaginal infection.

Question 4

how should i make a home made douche?

Accepted Answer

Are you sure you: Want to do that. Douching can put you at risk for yeast infection.

Question 5

why do woman douche?,how do i douche?

Accepted Answer

Douching: Women douche as they believe it will keep their vagina cleaner. The vagina cleans itself. The American College of Obstetricians &amp; Gynecologists recommends AGAINST Douching.

Question 6

how common is it for women to douche?

Accepted Answer

Douch: Women should never douche on a routine basis. Or for that matter ever.

Question 7

are femine douches good or bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Generally bad: The vagina is an amazing organ- it keeps itself clean without the help of any soaps or douches. There are "good" bacteria in the vagina that help keep out the "bad" bacteria, and douching too much can lead to a change in the bacterial flora of the vagina. This can predispose to infections such as bacterial vaginosis. You can clean with water and gentle soap around the outside of the vagina.

Question 8

what does it mean to douche with carosine?

Accepted Answer

A "fiery mess": Douching with kerosene (carosine) can be extremely irritating to the vagina and is not recommended under any circumstances.

Question 9

can you tell me how safe is it to use an "alum douche"?

Accepted Answer

No studies: I am not aware of studies conducted with scientific rigor on this subject, but I can empathize with then content of the website below.

http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/askquestion/16582/tips-to-tighten-vaginal-walls-about-how-does-one-u.html

Question 10

how many times in a week can i use summer eve douche' ?

Accepted Answer

Don't douche: Douching is unnecessary and potentially harmful.  I recommend not douching at all. You can easily damage the vaginal tissue and push potentially harmful bacteria up into the uterus.  Here's a good article on the topic: http://www.Psychologytoday.Com/blog/all-about-sex/201104/dont-douche-its-very-bad-womens-sexual-health.

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