Summer is the most carefree time of the year, but we should never forget the dangers that humidity, heat, and sand pose to our health. These are the most common gynecological infections of summer, their causes, and how to prevent them and live the summer you've dreamed of.
Fungal vaginitis
The combination of heat and humidity changes the pH of the vagina and favors the overgrowth of fungi found within it, resulting in burning, itching, and sometimes pain during sexual intercourse, while redness of the genitals and an increase in vaginal fluids are often observed.
Prevention: Change your swimsuit as soon as it gets wet and replace it with a dry and clean one.
Bacterial vaginosis
Many types of bacteria live in the vagina, and when their balance is disrupted, resulting in a change in the pH of the area, excessive secretion of fluids occurs (especially after menstruation or sexual intercourse), which usually have a grayish color and an unpleasant odor, as well as a burning sensation.
Prevention: Using a condom and avoiding internal vaginal douches significantly reduce the chances of developing bacterial vaginosis.
Urinary tract infections
The most common infection that affects women is that of the bladder (cystitis), with main symptoms being a burning sensation during urination, a strong urine odor, pain in the lower abdomen, and sometimes fever.
Prevention: In addition to changing wet swimsuits and avoiding placing our towels directly on the sand, caution is required in public toilets, drinking plenty of fluids daily, and frequent urination - which is also necessary immediately after sexual intercourse.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Any increased frequency of sexual contact during the summer means, among other things, an increased risk of STDs and viral infections such as HPV.
Prevention: There is a vaccine for the HPV virus, while all viral infections and STDs can be prevented by the correct use of a condom during sexual intercourse and proper hygiene of the sensitive area.
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