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What are the dangers of douching?
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Infection: Douching destroys the normal bacteria balance in the vagina which can then lead to a yeast infection or bacterial vaginitis.
Answered 11/5/2014
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Many: Frequent douching washes away the inherent beneficial bacteria and opening the door for more serious vaginal infections. Secondly, the commercial douche preparations have a fragrance embedded in the product which can cause allergic and other adverse reactions.
Answered 11/1/2018
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