Menstrual hygiene: 5 useful tips that reduce the risk of infection during menstruation

Menstruation is still considered taboo in some parts of India, women don't talk about their periods and some people see menstruation as dirty, messy or embarrassing. This reflects why women cannot speak openly about menstrual hygiene. Also Read : Jamshedpur Pad Man Hands Out Free Sanitary Pads, Asking Girls to Plant a Seedling in Exchange for a Pad

However, it is important that you take care of your personal hygiene during your period. Periods can be physically and mentally exhausting, and you may not feel like you're doing more than what is necessary to get through those days. Menstrual hygiene is crucial to a woman's health and body. This is the only issue that needs to be discussed with the female population living in rural and sometimes urban areas is menstrual hygiene. Maintaining menstrual hygiene is necessary because the mucus that normally clogs the cervix during menstruation is released to allow blood to leave the body. Menstruation increases the risk of infection. Bacteria can enter the uterine and pelvic cavities through this opening in the cervix and cause various infections. Also Read: Mithila Palkar on Menstrual Health, 'Rules Are Just Rules, Adopt Them'

Ms. Monica Bindra, Founder and CEO of Laiqa, said: "Menstrual hygiene and general well-being are closely linked. Coping with menstruation without proper hygiene supplies can be uncomfortable and stressful. You run the risk of catching a variety of infections and ailments if you don't clean yourself well before and after your period. However, at worst, poor menstrual hygiene can lead to major health risks such as urinary and reproductive tract infections. Housewives have the power to make or challenge family rules. Ensuring cleanliness and general well-being can inspire your family members to do the same and avoid possible consequences. Also read: Harnaaz Sandhu wants to work in menstrual hygiene after Miss Universe election

5 menstrual hygiene tips for women:

Don't leave your sanitary napkin on for too long— change it every few hours, whether you're using a sanitary napkin or a cloth napkin. Long-term use of tampons can cause rashes, itching, irritation, and skin infections. Changing pads frequently will keep your vaginal area dry and less prone to infection. The same applies to buffers.

Make sure your tampons are spotlessly clean: Make sure the tampon you use is absolutely clean and safe to use, whether it's disposable or a biodegradable tampon. Check the packaging of a disposable tampon to see if the seal is still intact. If reusable, sterilize before each use. Tampons need to be inserted, so you need to be even more sure they are safe and clean. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before inserting the tampon.

Avoid Excessive Amounts of Soap or Douche: Since the vagina is designed to clean itself, it makes sense to use only a small amount of regular soap for cleaning. Douches are generally discouraged because they tend to upset the balance of the vaginal flora.

Ensure proper disposal of your sanitary napkins: Before throwing them away, it's important to pack your sanitary napkins or tampons properly. This prevents diseases and bacteria from growing there in the future. Towels should not be flushed down the toilet. After disposal, you should wash your hands thoroughly.

Don't forget to shower: Shower at least twice a day. It can help you stay clean, stay fresh, get rid of that unpleasant odor and prevent infection.

Menstrual hygiene is essential for all menstruating people. We also need to educate people about good menstrual hygiene. Menstrual hygiene still has a bad reputation among the general public. Girls going through puberty need to know. The importance of menstrual hygiene must also be understood by the non-menstruating society.

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