Women's Services Encyclopedia

Vaginitis (Vaginal Inflammation)

Prevention

• Avoid irritating soaps, bubble baths and sprays.
• Wear cotton underwear (nylon and some synthetic fabrics retain moisture, leading to infection).
• Change tampons often.
• Women with a history for yeast infections may wish to use an anti-fungal cream (see your doctor for a prescription), if taking an antibiotic (for what ever reason).
• Make sure sexual partners are clean - use of condoms decreases the risk of infection.
• Keep external genitalia clean. Dry carefully after bathing.
• Wipe the anus from front to back to avoid bacterial contamination.

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