When you are pregnant, your body will go through many changes. One of the first changes you might encounter is your vaginal discharge. There are much more now, because the increase in estrogen production and greater blood flow to the vaginal area.
Increased vaginal discharge is usual during pregnancy.
It is usually innocuous, and not different from the exhaust you before you get pregnant. But the important thing is that you can change your perception and talk to your doctor or midwife if you think it smells or looks unusual, or you have pain in the vaginal area.
You can use panty liners odorless or frequently changing underwear. Other than that, you can see some following tips to save this area such as:
Especially note that keep your genitals clean and dry. You can do this by washing from front to back and underwear made of cotton. Avoid wearing tight pants.
Do not use scented wipes, scented bubble bath or vaginal deodorant, toilet paper or a pleasant aroma
- Use odorless soap and water to wash.
- Do not use tampons and wash your vagina (douche) in pregnancy. This can put bacteria into your vagina that can lead to infection.
- Use panty liner if it makes you feel more comfortable.
- Vaginal discharge is quite acidic, so that good bacteria and natural antibiotics can keep harmful bacteria. If you alter this natural balance, it could cause an infection.
Besides, you learn how to clean your vagina, you need to determine how abnormal vaginal discharge is. If your vaginal discharge is green or yellow, unpleasant odor. Other symptoms can include vaginal trichomoniasis red, swollen, or itchy, you may have a vaginal infection.
In any case, if you think you have an infection, don't try to treat yourself with
But don't worry too much! There are following helpful tips to prevent infections:
- Wash your hands before and after touching your genitals
- Wear cotton underwear pants or skirts.
- Use non-detergent, odorless soap to wash your underwear.
- Do not use deodorant vagina, vaginal wash products or scented panty liners.
- Do not use bubble bath scented disinfectant liquid or tub
- Make sure your vagina is well - lubricated before you have sex.
- Smoking is very harmful for your health. Trying to give it up so as not to make you more prone to vaginal infections caused by bacteria.
- Try eating yogurt every day. Because it contains acidophilus, which can help to keep a healthy balance of bacteria in your vagina.
All in all, you should pay attention to your health, inform the doctor any time there is a change in normal pregnancy discharge. If you have vaginal bleeding at any time during pregnancy, you should contact your midwife or your doctor, because it can sometimes be a sign of a more serious problem such as miscarriage or a problem with the placenta. If you doubt that an infection during pregnancy, avoid treating yourself with over the counter medications.
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