Inn vative Women’s HealthCare Solutions
Melinda Miller-Thrasher, MD, FACOG
Moisture Precaution Sheet
1. Gently wash or rinse genital area daily using a wash cloth or fingers in shower or
bath or standing near a sink. Rinse area with water and towel dry. DO NOT RUB
WITH WASH CLOTH AS THIS CAN AGGRAVATE THE AREA.
2. Wipe with toilet paper after urinating or having a bowel movement. Proper wiping
method is from the front to the back. This is so the bacteria from the anal area do
not make their way to the vaginal or urethral area. Also, always wash hands after
going to the bathroom
3. During menstruation, wash genital area gently or rinse at least once a day. Also
change tampons every four to six hours, and pads every two to four hours.
4. Wear loose and absorbent underwear to allow air circulation in the genital area.
Cotton underwear is recommended or at least those with cotton crotch. Tight or
nylon underwear cause greater perspiration which encourage bacterial growth.
Underwear should be changed daily and after it becomes soiled or wet.
DO NOT APPLY MOSITURIZER TO THE AREA
5. When done bathing, showering, or swimming, it is important to dry off
completely! Sitting around in a wet bathing suit will also contribute to bacterial
growth.
6. Take a shower immediately after working out. Do not forget to pat yourself dry
completely! If you use gym showers or swimming pool showers, change into clean
dry underwear (with panty liner) and clean dry clothes.
7. Towels should not be shared as they can pass on bacteria.
8. Always keep toilets, bathrooms and showers clean. Make sure to cover public
toilet seats with toilet paper before sitting down because they are common
breeding grounds for bacteria.
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