Many people believe that doucheing is a healthy habit and that it is recommended that you do so regularly, especially after sex. But in reality, douching can be harmful to your vaginal hygiene and may even cause harm by erasing your healthy bacteria.
Douching can increase the risk of bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections and urinary tract infection.
If you suspect bacterial vaginosis, you should stop douching during the period when you experience symptoms. This will help your body recover. You also don’t want to “over-clean” the vagina: This has the same effects as douching frequently.
