The feeling of dampness and odor during menstruation often makes a woman uncomfortable. Both of these can occur if you treat your vagina during menstruation is not right. In addition, using inappropriate pads can increase the risk of irritation in the female area.
The structure of the skin consists of several layers, namely the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous. The outermost layer of the epidermis has the function of protecting the body from foreign substances and germs. This layer consists of horn cells and keratin substances, this layer in medical terms is called the stratum corneum or horny layer. The thickness of this layer is different for each part of the body, and one area in the body with a thin layer of horny layer is the female area.
During menstruation, women need to pay more attention to the cleanliness of their female area. Activities that cause sweating, hot weather, wearing pants that are too tight and not absorbing sweat, and sitting too long, will further increase the risk of vaginal irritation during menstruation. By maintaining the cleanliness of the female area, and using sanitary napkins that have good absorption and air circulation, you can prevent these conditions.
Sanitary napkins that are too moist and do not support good air circulation, not only interfere with comfort because there is no breathing space, but can also cause health problems. For owners of sensitive skin, you may experience irritation when the skin in the female area is too moist because of sweat and other body fluids, such as menstrual blood that is not absorbed properly. This can happen because the sanitary napkin that is used does not have enough breathing space.
Irritation signs in the female area can be the appearance of a reddish rash, itching, even swelling.
How to care for the vagina during menstruation
Keep the sanitary napkin clean to avoid rashes and itching in the female area. Irritation usually arises from the growth of bacteria or fungi in moist pads due to overfilling or too long use.
The following are some of the things you need to pay attention to in cleaning your vagina and maintaining sanitary hygiene:
Wash and dry the female area from front to back, to avoid the transfer of bacteria from the anus to the vagina.
During menstruation, you are advised to wash the vagina more than once. Also note the cleanliness of the perineum, the area between the anus and vagina.
If you want to use soap, choose unscented soap. The content of perfume in soap can irritate the vagina. Use soap only on the thighs and pubis (pubic hair), but avoid the vulvar area. Simply wash the vulva with water to clean it.
Use soft, non-scented pads to avoid the risk of irritation due to fragrance ingredients. Bandages that circulate air can also help keep the female area from getting too moist during menstruation.
Replace sanitary napkins every 3-4 hours, even if there is not much blood volume. The more blood volume, the more often you have to change the pads. Changing pads regularly can prevent the growth of irritating bacteria and fungi.
Use cotton underwear that absorbs sweat easily and is not too tight.
Basically, the vagina has a natural mechanism to cleanse itself. There are many good bacteria in the vagina that function to maintain the natural pH of the vagina and prevent the entry of bad bacteria that cause infection.
Criteria for the Right Bandage for the Vagina during Menstruation
Bandages function to absorb menstrual blood so that it does not pollute the clothes, also so the skin stays dry and free from irritation. Sanitary napkins are generally made from cellulose or synthetic fibers as absorbers of menstrual fluid.
In choosing sanitary napkins, note the following:
Make sure the sanitary napkin has marketing authorization from the Ministry of Health and BPOM, whose information you can see on the packaging.
Know the composition of the pads on the packaging label.
Choose sanitary napkins with good absorption, so that the skin of the female area remains dry and comfortable.
Choose sanitary napkins with a soft and non-scented surface, to avoid the risk of skin irritation due to friction and fragrance ingredients in sanitary napkins.
Disposable sanitary napkins are chosen because they are easy to get and use. However, consider how to use it to prevent irritation in the area of the intimate organ. By maintaining the cleanliness of the female area and using sanitary pads that are soft and air circulating, you can move more comfortably and avoid skin irritation around the female area during menstruation.
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