Are douches safe to use?

Is it safe to use a douche? Someone told me they cause vaginal cancer.

I don't think that they cause cancer. However, most doctors don't recommend that you douche, because it will wash away the "good" bacteria in your vagina, and could cause a rise in the frequency of yeast infections.
But, I'd talk to a health professional, they'd be able to direct you much better.

I don't advise using them.

no they are not. they can push bacteria further up than cleaning it. soap and water should do the trick

what ever you do dont use them as a snorkel...not a good thing thats all i am going to say

No, they tend to cause more harm than good.

i never herd cancer but alot of vaginal infections

people tend to use them to cleanse after sex. maybe you should see a gynecologist. nothing in life has guarantees. vaginal cancer is possible. tampons aren't safe either. they have bleach in them.

They are completely unecessary, screw up the pH in your vagina, can affect your natural lubrication and are costly. Don't advise, your body has its own cleaning mechanism for this.

Many doctors suggest that women do not douche. All vaginas contain some bacteria and other organisms called vaginal flora. The normal acidity that is formed in the vagina help keeps the amount of bacteria down. Douching can change this delicate balance and may make a woman more prone to vaginal infections. Douching has also been known to spread existing vaginal infections up into the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. No proof that it causes vaginal cancer, though.

Yes they are good to use in certain circumstances. Like for hygene and such things. But do not use them constantly because they may cause a yeast infection.

yes there safe... but don't over do it. if you read the box it will tell you when to use it...after your menstrual cycle or after using jellies during intercourse.

i dont think they are good for your vagina at all

No. The vagina is a self cleaning organ. Just like you would not want to use harsh chemicals in your self cleaning oven, douching the self cleaning vagina can lead to problems.

All that is needed for upkeep and maintainace is local care and cleaning as showering and cleaning the vulva. The vagina sheds old cells and creates a normal discharge that we call "physiologic" - it's supposed to happen.

Some women have heavier discharges than others, and the pill can change your discharge as well. Discharge changes throughout the month depending on where you are in your cycle and can range from clear and stretchy (spinnbarkheit) midcycle, to yellow and thicker in the later part of the cycle after ovulation.

If you are douching because of an abnormal color, smell, or discomfort you may have an infection, and you should be seeing your gyn right away. Douching can actually take a superficial vaginal or cervical infection and turn it into a serious upper pelvic infection. The vagina normally contains a host of bacteria that live there on an every day basis. The uterus and fallopian tubes, however, should not have any bacteria and are sterile. Douching can actually force the vaginal bacteria up into the sterile uterine cavity and fallopian tubes, causing a serious infection and potentially fertility impairing situation.

Bottom line is - it's not necessary and it can actually hurt you. Shower or bathe for day to day maintainance, and if it doesn't look, smell or feel right, go right to the gyn.

There is the website where i got this information..I'd say NO To DOUCHING!!! Good luck and God Bless

douches are safe & steral ,Unless you use a dush bag.

I honestly do not recommend it. It can cause more harm than good...Just ask your gyno he/she will give you the best answer... mom 31