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A member asked:
Is it safe to douche while pregnant?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No: Douching is never a good idea. It disrupts the natural balance of the vaginal flora and makes you more susceptible to infection. During pregnancy, there is a risk of introducing infection into the uterine cavity.
Answered 7/5/2016
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Douching: This is what i tell my patients...If douching was recommended you would see doctors or nurses on douche product commercials. I really think of them as a waste of time and money. In pregnancy douching really shouldn't be done at all. If you have an odor issue see your OB doctor or midwife for evaluation.
Answered 4/19/2019
5.4k views
Not recommended: The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists recommends AGAINST Douching.
Answered 10/21/2015
2.1k views
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