In clinical practice, vulvovaginitis refers to symptoms such as itching and abnormal vaginal discharge in the intimate area of women due to bacterial infection. Women with vulvovaginitis will cause certain harm to the body. It is common for women to feel embarrassed in public places due to the unbearable itch caused by bacterial infections. It is generally believed that only married women will suffer from vulvovaginitis, but unmarried women are also a high-risk group for vulvovaginitis due to several reasons. Unmarried women must pay high attention to this.
1. Excessive cleaning of the external genitalia
In daily life, most women believe that “cleanliness is healthier.” Some female friends think that only by repeatedly washing the external genitalia can they ensure the cleanliness of the vagina to avoid bacterial infections to the fullest extent. However, excessive cleaning of the external genitalia by unmarried women will disrupt the balance of vaginal flora. Female genitalia have a natural barrier, and frequent cleaning can destroy this barrier, making it easier to get infected by bacteria. It is recommended that unmarried women clean moderately and only use water for washing.
2. Wearing overly tight pants
Currently, many women wear tight pants in pursuit of beauty, thinking that this will showcase their graceful figure. However, they do not realize that this behavior can predispose them to vulvovaginitis. Tight pants are too tight in the crotch area and not breathable, keeping the genital area in such a state increases the chances of bacterial infection. Therefore, even unmarried women may develop vulvovaginitis.
3. Neglecting menstrual hygiene
During menstruation, the vagina is very vulnerable and is easily invaded by bacteria, leading to vulvovaginitis. Therefore, it is advised that unmarried women maintain personal hygiene during menstruation, change sanitary pads or tampons timely, wash the external genitalia with water to keep it clean, and minimize the risk of developing vulvovaginitis.
4. Excessive use of antibiotics
Most people nowadays tend to use antibiotics excessively when sick, thinking that it speeds up recovery. However, prolonged use of antibiotics can disrupt the beneficial flora in the body, increasing the risk of infections. Therefore, one should use antibiotics cautiously in daily life to prevent an increase in the incidence of vulvovaginitis. Contracting vulvovaginitis can cause serious harm to female friends, not only physically but also psychologically. Therefore, women should pay close attention to the health of their vagina in daily life. Unmarried women should not take it lightly either. Remember to avoid the above four behaviors and stay away from vulvovaginitis from the root!
