"After my hysterectomy
how can I keep clean?"

Dear Jacqui,
I had a partial hysterectomy and I want to know how am I supposed to keep my insides clean after sex? I do not have a uterus, only ovaries. Please advise, Andrea

Dear Andrea,
After sexual activity is advisable to take two steps; one try to void your bladder, even if there is little urine, it will protect your urinary tract.

Secondly, rinse the vaginal area gently with lukewarm water. Do not douche or use any douching product. For normal daily hygiene use a pH balanced body wash such as Very Private Body Wash or a pH-balanced soap. Avoid any product containing fragrance, chemical colors, plant or other additives in the vaginal area. These products often destroy the vaginal pH, which protects your vaginal health. Best wishes,

Jacqui

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