Personal hygiene of the reproductive system
Here are the questions and answers concerning personal hygiene:
Q1: Why is personal hygiene important?
A1: To protect ourselves and others from illness.
Q2: How can we practice good personal hygiene?
A2: Wash hands regularly, wash body, avoid coughing/sneezing on others.
Q3: What protection should be used during sexual intercourse?
A3: Condoms, to prevent infections like syphilis, gonorrhoea, and HIV.
Q4: How should women clean their reproductive organs?
A4: Wash external genitals, avoid using harsh soaps or douches.
Q5: Why should women not use douches?
A5: Douches can damage delicate skin and destroy good bacteria.
Q6: How often should tampons or sanitary towels be changed?
A6: Each time you use the toilet, to avoid spreading bacteria and yeast infections.
Q7: Why is it important to wash hands before and after handling tampons or pads?
A7: To prevent the spread of bacteria and infections.
Q8: What can irritate the vagina and cause infection?
A8: Harsh dyes and perfumes in feminine hygiene products.
Q9: How can you reduce the risk of cystitis or urinary tract infection?
A9: Wipe from front to back, keep the genital area clean, and urinate after sex.
Q10: What is vaginal thrush?
A10: An infection caused by an overgrowth of the yeast Candida albicans.
Q11: What can trigger vaginal thrush?
A11: Antibiotics, harsh soaps, and tight synthetic underwear.
Q12: How can men prevent inflammation under the foreskin?
A12: Gently pull back the foreskin and wash with water and mild soap.
Q13: What is smegma?
A13: A secretion produced by glands in the foreskin of the penis.
Q14: Why is it important to wash smegma off regularly?
A14: To prevent bacteria growth, inflammation, and unpleasant smell.
Q15: What is the importance of wiping from front to back?
A15: To prevent bacteria from entering the urethra and causing infection.
Q16: How often should you wash your genital area?
A16: At least once a day with mild soap and water.
Q17: What can happen if smegma is not washed off regularly?
A17: Bacteria can grow, leading to inflammation and unpleasant smell.
Q18: Can vaginal thrush be prevented?
A18: Yes, by using mild soap, unperfumed toilet paper, and loose cotton underwear.
Q19: What is the role of antibiotics in vaginal thrush?
A19: Antibiotics can trigger vaginal thrush by disrupting the natural balance of bacteria.
Q20: How can you reduce the risk of urinary tract infections during sex?
A20: Urinate before and after sex to flush out bacteria.
Q21: What is the importance of using condoms during sex?
A21: To prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancy.
Q22: Can good hygiene practices prevent all reproductive health problems?
A22: No, but good hygiene practices can reduce the risk of many reproductive health problems.
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