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  1. What Is a Douche? Usage, Safety, and More - Healthline

    • Vaginal douching is washing the vagina to eliminate odors and “clean” it. Common ingredients used with water include vinegar, baking soda, iodine, antiseptics, and other fragranced products. Thes… See more

    How does it work?

    To perform a vaginal douche, a mixture of water and other ingredients is placed in a bottle or bag. The mixture is then sprayed or squirted upward into the vagina. The fluids then … See more

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    Is it safe?

    The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology doesn’t recommend women use … See more

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    Risks of douching

    Pregnancy problems
    Women who douche regularly are more likely to experience early childbirth, miscarriage, and other pregnancy complicatio… See more

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    How to safely clean your vagina

    The easiest way to clean your vagina is to perform a simple wash during a bath or shower. Soap isn’t necessary, but if you’re going to use one, make sure it’s mild and not heavily … See more

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    When to see a doctor

    A natural vaginal odor is normal, as is some discharge. A few signs may indicate you have a more serious problem and need to see a doctor. These include:
    •vaginal dis… See more

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  1. What is a douche? Uses, safety, and alternatives

    Jul 21, 2023 · A douche is a device that contains water. Some people mix other fluids with the water. Douching involves flushing out or cleansing a cavity in the body, either for medical or hygiene reasons. Many...

  2. How to Douche for Feminine Hygiene: 13 Steps (with Pictures)

  3. What Is Vaginal Douching? Pros & Cons of Douching

    Nov 7, 2022 · What Is Douching? The word ''douche'' is French for ''wash'' or ''soak.'' It is a method to wash out the vagina, usually with a mixture of water and vinegar. Douches that are sold in drugstores and...

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  5. Douching - Office on Women's Health

    Dec 29, 2022 · Douching is washing or cleaning out the vagina with water or other mixtures of fluids. In the United States, almost one in five women 15 to 44 years old douche. Doctors recommend that you do not douche. Douching can lead …

  6. Douce Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

  7. douce
    adjective
    SCOTTISH ENGLISH
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  8. Douche: Risks, Safer Alternatives for Vaginal Care - Greatist

  9. 9 Anal Douching FAQs: Why It’s Done, How to Do It, Safety Tips, …

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