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Can douching too fast cause air embolisms? (from the bubbles in douche bottle)
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Dont douche: Douching is not recommended. It destroys the healthy bacteria that keeps the vagina clean. It predisposes you to yeast and bacterial infections. It is not recommended.
Answered 8/22/2018
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