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<\/figure>What do I do about the dryness in my vagina? <\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nVaginal dryness can be caused by varied reasons. It is important to find out the cause and get it treated accordingly. But if the vaginal dryness <\/a>happens once in a while, then one can use water based lubricants available on the counter.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nuawoman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/QuestionTwo-1.png\")
<\/figure>\nWhat do I do to stop vaginal discharge ?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSome amount of vaginal discharge<\/a> which is not foul smelling and not associated with itching is absolutely normal. Don’t try to stop that discharge because it is the way your vagina protects itself. If you try to stop this discharge with douching you will do more harm by killing the good bacteria of vagina. It will in turn make you more prone for vaginal infections. But if the vaginal discharge is associated with foul smell and itching then it’s not normal and it’s advisable to start the treatment after getting examined by your gynaecologist.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nuawoman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/QuestionThree.png\")
<\/figure>\nWhy am I getting a fungal infection in my vagina?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYour vagina is the perfect mix of bacteria and fungus. Certain bacteria in the vagina overgrow to inhibit the overgrowth of the fungus. When this balance is disrupted, the fungal infection happens. It happens in women who practice douching, who are on oral contraceptive pills or use ipills very often, those with uncontrolled diabetes, those who were on antibiotics for a prolonged period, those who have weakened immune systems due to systemic illness or infection or those who have suffered from COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nuawoman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/QuestionFour.png\")
<\/figure>\nWhy is the skin in my intimate area peeling off? What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPeeling of the skin of the vulva can be due to the use of intimate products like hair removal creams, skin lightening or brightening products, moisturisers or oils.\u00a0 The skin of the vulva is very sensitive and responds immediately to any kind of chemical. Avoid skin brightening or lightening products or hair removal creams. Clean your vulva<\/a> with warm water and a gentle wash.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nuawoman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/QuestionFive.png\")
<\/figure>\nMy vagina smells and it gets worse during periods. What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvery woman has a different vaginal smell. That’s because of the millions of healthy bacteria that house in the vagina. The precise makeup of these bacteria changes everyday and sometimes on an hourly basis. These smells become a little more prominent during periods due to the blood and tissues exiting the vagina. It’s absolutely normal to have such a smell. Don’t fall prey to vaginal deodorants or fragrant pads and tampons. These chemicals kill the healthy bacteria and predisposes you to further infection. Wash your private parts with water and you will be good to go. If the smell is more prominent, you can wash your private parts more often.
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<\/figure>What do I do to stop vaginal discharge ?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSome amount of vaginal discharge<\/a> which is not foul smelling and not associated with itching is absolutely normal. Don’t try to stop that discharge because it is the way your vagina protects itself. If you try to stop this discharge with douching you will do more harm by killing the good bacteria of vagina. It will in turn make you more prone for vaginal infections. But if the vaginal discharge is associated with foul smell and itching then it’s not normal and it’s advisable to start the treatment after getting examined by your gynaecologist.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\nWhy am I getting a fungal infection in my vagina?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYour vagina is the perfect mix of bacteria and fungus. Certain bacteria in the vagina overgrow to inhibit the overgrowth of the fungus. When this balance is disrupted, the fungal infection happens. It happens in women who practice douching, who are on oral contraceptive pills or use ipills very often, those with uncontrolled diabetes, those who were on antibiotics for a prolonged period, those who have weakened immune systems due to systemic illness or infection or those who have suffered from COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\nWhy is the skin in my intimate area peeling off? What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPeeling of the skin of the vulva can be due to the use of intimate products like hair removal creams, skin lightening or brightening products, moisturisers or oils.\u00a0 The skin of the vulva is very sensitive and responds immediately to any kind of chemical. Avoid skin brightening or lightening products or hair removal creams. Clean your vulva<\/a> with warm water and a gentle wash.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\nMy vagina smells and it gets worse during periods. What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvery woman has a different vaginal smell. That’s because of the millions of healthy bacteria that house in the vagina. The precise makeup of these bacteria changes everyday and sometimes on an hourly basis. These smells become a little more prominent during periods due to the blood and tissues exiting the vagina. It’s absolutely normal to have such a smell. Don’t fall prey to vaginal deodorants or fragrant pads and tampons. These chemicals kill the healthy bacteria and predisposes you to further infection. Wash your private parts with water and you will be good to go. If the smell is more prominent, you can wash your private parts more often.
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<\/figure>Why am I getting a fungal infection in my vagina?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYour vagina is the perfect mix of bacteria and fungus. Certain bacteria in the vagina overgrow to inhibit the overgrowth of the fungus. When this balance is disrupted, the fungal infection happens. It happens in women who practice douching, who are on oral contraceptive pills or use ipills very often, those with uncontrolled diabetes, those who were on antibiotics for a prolonged period, those who have weakened immune systems due to systemic illness or infection or those who have suffered from COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\nWhy is the skin in my intimate area peeling off? What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPeeling of the skin of the vulva can be due to the use of intimate products like hair removal creams, skin lightening or brightening products, moisturisers or oils.\u00a0 The skin of the vulva is very sensitive and responds immediately to any kind of chemical. Avoid skin brightening or lightening products or hair removal creams. Clean your vulva<\/a> with warm water and a gentle wash.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\nMy vagina smells and it gets worse during periods. What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvery woman has a different vaginal smell. That’s because of the millions of healthy bacteria that house in the vagina. The precise makeup of these bacteria changes everyday and sometimes on an hourly basis. These smells become a little more prominent during periods due to the blood and tissues exiting the vagina. It’s absolutely normal to have such a smell. Don’t fall prey to vaginal deodorants or fragrant pads and tampons. These chemicals kill the healthy bacteria and predisposes you to further infection. Wash your private parts with water and you will be good to go. If the smell is more prominent, you can wash your private parts more often.
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<\/figure>Why is the skin in my intimate area peeling off? What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPeeling of the skin of the vulva can be due to the use of intimate products like hair removal creams, skin lightening or brightening products, moisturisers or oils.\u00a0 The skin of the vulva is very sensitive and responds immediately to any kind of chemical. Avoid skin brightening or lightening products or hair removal creams. Clean your vulva<\/a> with warm water and a gentle wash.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\nMy vagina smells and it gets worse during periods. What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvery woman has a different vaginal smell. That’s because of the millions of healthy bacteria that house in the vagina. The precise makeup of these bacteria changes everyday and sometimes on an hourly basis. These smells become a little more prominent during periods due to the blood and tissues exiting the vagina. It’s absolutely normal to have such a smell. Don’t fall prey to vaginal deodorants or fragrant pads and tampons. These chemicals kill the healthy bacteria and predisposes you to further infection. Wash your private parts with water and you will be good to go. If the smell is more prominent, you can wash your private parts more often.
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<\/figure>My vagina smells and it gets worse during periods. What should I do?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvery woman has a different vaginal smell. That’s because of the millions of healthy bacteria that house in the vagina. The precise makeup of these bacteria changes everyday and sometimes on an hourly basis. These smells become a little more prominent during periods due to the blood and tissues exiting the vagina. It’s absolutely normal to have such a smell. Don’t fall prey to vaginal deodorants or fragrant pads and tampons. These chemicals kill the healthy bacteria and predisposes you to further infection. Wash your private parts with water and you will be good to go. If the smell is more prominent, you can wash your private parts more often.
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