An expert guide to keeping vaginal infections at bay during monsoons

Monsoon season is a season that everyone cherishes. It comes right after the heat of the summer sun and it comes as a relief for everyone, the people, and the surroundings both. It brings the cool breeze and the hot beverages that come with it are clearly just a plus point. However, with all the amazing positives monsoon has its set of negatives. The rainy season brings humidity with it and the humidity gives the infection and bacteria a comfortable and suitable environment to grow and to infest themselves. Therefore, we see so many people get sick during the rainy season as compared to any other season.

The sudden change in weather makes a lot of children fall sick, but apart from children falling sick a lot of women experience vaginal discomfort, which generally turns out to be vaginal infections. So, it is important for women to take good care of not only their health in general but also their vaginal health and hygiene.

Some common causes behind vaginal infection: 

Some common symptoms of vaginal infection are: 

Here are a few tips on how to maintain good vaginal hygiene and to prevent any vaginal infection: 

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About the author: Dr Teena Thomas, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospitals, Sarjapur, Bangalore

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