With the summer months upon us, the intimate area can get a little hot and sticky, especially at night.
Experienced Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr. Shazia Malik on behalf of Balance Activ™, explains how to avoid vaginal infections such as BV (bacterial vaginosis) and thrush this summer by going pantie-free at night.
She says, “Allowing the vagina to get some air and breathe can help keep the area clean. Sleeping without underwear can reduce your likelihood of getting bacterial vaginosis or thrush as it reduces sweat and moisture in the area during the night. If you don’t want to go completely pantie-free, opt for loose-fitting cotton underwear instead.”
Sleeping without underwear will help to keep dampness at bay and therefore reduce the likeliness of infection. It can also help to reduce the redness and soreness often created by razor burns, which the Balance Activ Intimate Soothing Cream is particularly helpful for.
While you may be day-dreaming about summer holidays, they aren’t the best friend of your vagina. High temperatures, wearing tight shorts and leaving on swimwear after a dip in the pool will only make the problem worse as BV thrives and survives in a warm, damp environment. Instead opt for loose-fitting cotton shorts and quickly change out of a wet bikini or swimming costume into something fresh and dry.
Balance Activ is a natural alternative to harsh antibiotics in the successful treatment of BV. Balance Activ gel and pessaries are safe and effective at restoring and maintaining the pH of the vagina and should start to work after just one dose.
If you experience symptoms but are unsure what this means, try the Balance Activ symptom checker https://www.balanceactiv.com/symptom-checker/. It’s free to use and can diagnose symptoms quickly and discreetly.
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