The length of the vagina varies among women, and the distance from the cervix to the vagina is generally between 7 and 12 centimeters. The end of the vagina is the cervix, which is 2 to 3 centimeters long. The cervical canal connects to the uterus, so women should pay attention to perineal hygiene on a regular basis. If hygiene is not maintained, it can lead to vaginal infections, which can easily spread to the cervix, cervical canal, and uterine cavity, and also cause pelvic inflammation. Therefore, women who have had sexual intercourse should clean the perineum before and after sexual intercourse. Here are some tips for daily vaginal care:
1. Clean the vulva with cool or lukewarm water every 2-3 days. Do not rinse the vagina every day. It is best to use running water for each cleaning, which means the water used for washing should not be reused. A vaginal douche can be used to spray water onto the vagina. The cleaning order should be from front to back, starting with the labia minora and majora, then the vaginal opening, and finally the anus. If you shower daily, simply clean the vulva during your shower without the need for additional cleaning.
2. Maintain hygiene during sexual activity. If you have sexual intercourse, it is best to clean both external genitalia before each sexual encounter. Additionally, have a fixed sexual partner and avoid sexual contact when your partner has inflammation of the external genitalia, or use a condom.
3. Change sanitary napkins frequently during menstruation. Choose sanitary napkins with good breathability to avoid discomfort, itching, or redness caused by unsuitable sanitary napkins. It is generally recommended not to use panty liners and to change underwear frequently instead.
4. Choose quality underwear. Underwear should be made of cotton and washed separately in the sun. People with foot fungus should maintain a fixed order when making the bed and avoid placing underwear at the foot of the bed to prevent the spread of bacteria to the private area.
5. Other considerations. Regularly air out bedding to kill microorganisms, and ensure good ventilation in the room. Additionally, it is important to strengthen physical exercise, improve physical fitness, and enhance immunity.
