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Wet swimsuits and very tight clothing, great enemies of the vagina in summer wet swimsuits and very tight clothing, great enemies of the vagina in summer

Wet swimsuits and very tight clothing, great enemies of the vagina in summer wet swimsuits and very tight clothing, great enemies of the vagina in summer

The use of wet swimsuits, contact with tight sand or clothing favor vulvovaginitis or vaginitis, an infection or inflammation of the vulva and vagina that can occur at any age as a result of different causes, although irritation and inflammation facilitateThe development of the infection, as they have warned of Sanitas experts.

As irritating agents, it can be pointed out to the use of soaps, perfumes, spermicide creams, female hygiene products in vaginal sprays or contraceptives, but in summer this condition is multiplied by the use of tight clothing, contact with the sand of the beach or theprolonged use of wet swimsuits.

Adjusted and tissue clothing that does not allow perspiration can cause moisture heating and retention in the vulva area and causing dermatitis due to the obstruction of the sweat glands.This can cause the appearance of symptoms such as the irritation and redness of the vulva and vaginal opening, itching, inflammation or vaginal flow.

According to these experts, the problem is that this type of conditions constitute an ideal breeding ground for bacteria, viruses, fungi and other types of pathogenic microorganisms, facilitating the development of an infection and the prolongation of it.Of course, inappropriate hygiene is one of the factors that most influence this regard;Hence, vulvovaginitis is a very frequent condition in prepuberent girls that have not yet learned to maintain adequate hygiene from intimate areas.

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"Vulvovaginitis is one of the most common pathologies in summer among women caused, sometimes, fungal infections, or irritations due to the use of wet swimsuits, contact with the sand of the beach or tight clothing. With a good diet, changing from a swimsuit often and avoiding tight clothes can improve, although in the event that the condition is prolonged it is important to visit the gynecologist, "explains Isabel Gippini, specialist in gynecology and obstetrics at the Sanitas La Zarzuela University Hospital.

The treatment of vaginitis will depend on the cause and whether an infection has occurred or not.In the latter case, the choice of treatment (antibiotics, antifungals, etc.) will depend on the microorganism that has originated, being able to administer orally, vaginal suppositories or by topical application in vulva and interior of the vagina.

Finally, Isabel Gippini concludes, "to avoid the transmission of mushrooms or sexually transmitted diseases, the use of condom is essential. In summer we are more sexually active and relationships with new couples increase. It is essential to use protection to avoid infections," he concludes.

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