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I've used a hydrogen douche a few times a month and am trying to conceive. will that ruin my chance for pregnancy?

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Yes: Every time you douche you are washing out the "good" bacteria that keeps the vaginal pH stable, as well as any sperm that are trying to swim to "Nirvana".

Dr Patel agreed

Answered 11/11/2015

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