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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