The summer time season is upon us, and irrespective of how a lot we put together for the warmth, there are simply days when it turns into insufferable.
In an earlier report, House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo Representative Janette Garin suggested girls “not to wear underwear, especially if they are just in the confines of their homes.”
According to the doctor and former Health secretary, not solely would going commando aid you to maintain settle down there, it will additionally keep away from the danger of fungal an infection or yeast an infection.
“It’s quite advisable na walang underwear pero naka-pajama ka naman o naka-shorts,” Garin stated.
Garin additionally stated girls are extra vulnerable to fungal an infection in the event that they put on tight garments throughout scorching climate.
Speaking to GMA News Online, superstar physician Vicki Belo stated she agrees with Garin’s assertion.
“The Philippines is such a hot country that perspiration against the skin in a warm, moist environment can be a good breeding ground for yeast infection,” the 67-year-old physician stated.
“Yeast infections can be caused in the skin that is exposed to moisture for prolonged periods of time, especially when it’s occluded by underwear,” she added.
But Belo clarified skipping on underwear needs to be on a case-to-case foundation. Besides, some individuals are extra susceptible to get yeast an infection than others, she added.
“If you have had episodes of infection with a cheesy or toilet tissue paper-like discharge from your private area, I do advise patients to sleep without underwear,” she stated.
Yeast an infection or vaginal candidiasis is the results of the overgrowth of “bad bacteria.” Poor hygiene, sporting tight pants or underwear made with artificial fiber, and even stress additionally put girls prone to getting a yeast an infection.
Meanwhile, licensed dermatologist Jarische Lao-Ang stated it is “still better to wear undergarments for hygiene” even when it is the summer time season.
“I would instead recommend women to wear loose-fitting undergarments to prevent increased moisture and friction that are risks for fungal infection,” Dr. Ang stated.
— LA, GMA Integrated News
Source: www.gmanetwork.com
