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Is dettol soap dangerous for washing varginal area?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Concerns: Dettol liquid antiseptic/ disinfectant could cause changes in vaginal flora and ph. Usually soap ; disinfectants are not needed inside the vagina.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/27/2018

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