Redness and swelling of the perineum

The most important function of the female vulva is that it can prevent many bacteria from entering the female vagina and prevent women from having vaginal diseases. However, it is precisely because the bacteria are blocked outside that if the female vulva is not cleaned frequently, it will become red and swollen, and it is very easy to have some diseases such as vulvar folliculitis. So what should I do if the vulva is red and swollen?

Causes of vulvar swelling

1. Chemicals and drugs stimulate local itching

For example, alkaline soaps, condoms, sanitary napkins, synthetic underwear, etc. directly contact the area and irritate it, causing itching.

2. Dry vulva

Excessive use of potassium permanganate solution for sitz baths and dryness of the vulva in postmenopausal women can also cause vulvar itching, which is the main cause of vulvar itching.

3. Secretion stimulation

Genital tract inflammation caused by fungi, gonococci, Trichomonas, and bacteria, which produces abnormal leucorrhea, as well as the stimulation of urine (thin urine, urinary incontinence) and feces (thin feces) can cause vulvar itching.

Warm reminder: Once you find that the redness and swelling are getting more and more serious, the right choice is to go to the hospital immediately. If you are shy, just find a female doctor. Since we are all women, we will not be afraid or shy.

How women take care of their vulva

1. Cleaning times

Just do it once a day, not too many times, otherwise it will have a bad effect.

2. Cleaning method

It is best to take a shower and rinse with warm water. If there is no shower, you can use a basin instead, but it must be a dedicated basin.

3. Cleaning sequence

Wash your hands first, then clean the vulva from front to back, then wash the labia majora and minora, and finally wash the area around the anus and the anus.

4. Cleaning fluid

Choose a cleaning solution that suits you under the guidance of a gynecologist based on your own situation. It is best not to use it every day. The best method is to use it once every two weeks or when your body's immunity is low during your monthly menstrual period. Avoid constantly changing brands of medicine.

Women's daily protection of the vulva

1. Don’t sit for long periods of time

Don't sit in an office chair for a long time. Sitting on a fitness ball for 15 minutes every day can naturally contract the pelvic floor muscles and help strengthen the vaginal muscles.

2. Reduce long riding time

The constant friction between the bicycle seat and the crotch can damage the labia majora, especially for women whose labia majora are naturally more protruding. Therefore, if it is not required for professional training, women should reduce long-term cycling to better protect their private parts.

3. Avoid big fluctuations in weight

If your weight fluctuates greatly, it will definitely affect the "beauty" of your genitals. Sudden changes in weight can cause the vagina and vulva to be overstretched and damaged. Women should not lose weight excessively and should maintain a healthy weight. If a woman is too thin, her private parts, like her face, will age and sag prematurely.

4. It is best to wear white underwear

Today's underwear also comes in various styles and colors. However, for the sake of health, women are best to wear white cotton underwear. Undyed fabrics are the safest. Do not wear underwear made of nylon or chemical fiber materials, as these materials can cause airtightness and moisture.