
20/04/2025
Many women wonder why infections like UTIs, yeast infections, or bacterial vaginosis 🦠 keep coming back—even when they're treated. The truth is, certain everyday habits may be quietly sabotaging your body’s natural defenses. Here are some overlooked behaviors that could be behind those stubborn recurrences:
1. Using overly fragrant products “down there”
That sweet-smelling soap or va**nal spray might seem like a hygiene boost, but it can actually strip the va**na of protective bacteria, making it easier for infections to take hold.
2. Wearing tight pants or synthetic underwear daily
Fashion has its price. Constant friction, trapped moisture, and poor airflow create a cozy home for bacteria and yeast. Cotton underwear and breathable clothing help keep things balanced.
3. Skipping bathroom trips after intimacy
After s*x, bacteria can enter the urinary tract. Skipping that post-intimacy p*e gives those invaders time to multiply.
4. Using the same sanitary pad or panty liner all day
Even on light flow days, wearing a pad too long can lead to bacterial buildup. Change them regularly, even if they don’t seem soaked.
5. Frequent use of antibiotics—even for minor illnesses
Antibiotics don't just kill bad bacteria—they wipe out the good ones too. This imbalance can lead to yeast overgrowth or bacterial vaginosis.
6. Wiping in the wrong direction
It seems simple, but wiping from back to front can drag bacteria from the a**s toward the va**na and urethra. Always go front to back.
7. Neglecting hydration
When you don’t drink enough water, your body can’t flush out bacteria efficiently, especially in the urinary tract. Aim for at least 1.5–2 liters daily.
8. Sitting too long in damp clothes
Sweaty gym wear or wet swimsuits that stay on for hours create the perfect storm for fungal infections.
9. Self-diagnosing and over-treating ETC.
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