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Is it harmful for women to douche?
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Not usually..but: It also is not usually helpful. An alternative is to shower and insert a moistened finger into the vagina and rotate once or twice-and then finish showering as usual.
Answered 7/30/2013
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Carries risks: The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists recommends AGAINST Douching.
Answered 12/9/2019
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