Menstrual Hygiene Day: 5 Essential Tips Every Woman Must Follow

A lot of women go through periods without even knowing the right hygiene practices. The awareness regarding cleanliness, disposing of the product, and avoiding skin-related issues is significant.

Essential Menstrual Hygiene Tips Every Woman Must Follow

Changing sanitary napkins or tampons every 4–6 hours: Menstrual blood attracts different organisms from our body, which multiply in warm blood and cause discomfort, rashes, and urinary tract infections. To avoid infections, it is important to change your sanitary napkin or tampon at regular, short intervals. (Image Source: Getty)

Clean your vaginal area after changing napkin: It is important to wash your vagina after removing sanitary napkins as the bacteria cling to your body. The movement to wash should be from the vagina to the anus, not vice versa. Germs can transfer from the anus to the vagina if you wash in the wrong direction. (Image Source: Getty)

Avoid using soap or other vaginal hygiene products: While using vaginal hygiene products is beneficial, using them during menstruation causes complications. Vaginas have their cleansing system throughout the menstrual cycle, and artificial hygiene products interfere with the natural process, causing infection and excess bad bacteria growth. (Image Source: Getty)

Stay hydrated and eat nutritious food: Drink plenty of water and consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to relieve menstrual symptoms and promote overall health. Always avoid excessive consumption of caffeine and salty food, as they lead to bloating and discomfort during menstruation. (Image Source: Getty)

Properly dispose of the sanitary napkin: It is important to dispose of tampons and sanitary napkins appropriately. Wrap them properly before disposing to avoid the spread of germs. Never flush them because it will lead to the spreading of bacteria all over. It is important to thoroughly wash your hands after disposal because you are likely to come into contact with the soiled area. (Image Source: Getty)

Inputs by: Dr. Goldy Kamboj, Senior Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology, Manipal Hospital Patiala (Image Source: Getty)