Treatment for allergy to pads

Gaskets are an integral part of the life of every girl who has reached physical maturity. Not only daily lightness, self-confidence and inner comfort depend on the right choice, but also women's health in general. The wrong choice of personal care products can be costly to your health. Failure to comply with the rules for the operation of this product (for example, untimely replacement) leads to a violation of the biobalance of the vagina and an increase in the number of pathogenic pathogenic bacteria that provoke the occurrence of inflammatory processes. Therefore, we will carefully consider the main types of pads with their advantages and disadvantages to help you choose the best option and not harm your health.

Kinds

• Ultra thin panty liners. Unlike ordinary ones, they do not contain a thick layer, since their function is not to absorb large volumes of liquid, but to protect underwear from residual effects after menstruation. They will keep your underwear from leaking or they can be used to protect against involuntary urination while running or when you suddenly sneeze.
• Duplicate body shape. Gynecologists recommend that you study their composition very carefully, since in the pursuit of external convenience, you may not notice the poor-quality material from which the curly pads are made.

Product composition

All gaskets consist of several layers:

1. Film, external with an adhesive for ease of use.
2. Middle layer with special filler granules that retain moisture.
3. A porous, or "breathable" layer, in contact with the skin and passing all the secretions. There should be a high-quality material that will not damage the delicate female skin. The disadvantage of all pads is that they do not allow air to penetrate to the skin, creating a greenhouse effect, which is very unhealthy for women's health.

Cause of Allergy to Pads

An allergy to women's pads can be caused by fillers that are used in the manufacturing process to retain fluid. Therefore, give preference to odorless products. This is both more useful and does not notify others with the smell of chamomile or calendula that it is today that you have a “red calendar day”. Fragrances and dyes used to mask unpleasant odors can provoke a strong reaction when interacting with the skin. Take the choice of hygiene products with all seriousness. Consider replacing pads with tampons. But these products should also be hypoallergenic in case you have hypersensitivity of the skin.

The lack of air circulation when wearing pads, as we said above, adversely affects the genitourinary system of women. Try to change your hygiene products more often, allowing the skin to breathe.

Pad allergy symptoms

• itching and swelling in the genital area;
• dryness and peeling of the skin in the intimate area;
• redness and swelling of the labia;
• pain in the intimate female areas;
• dryness in the vaginal area, indicating a violation of the microflora;
• atypical vaginal discharge, similar in symptoms to thrush.

First aid for allergy to pads

If you have at least one of these unpleasant symptoms, you should immediately take action:

1. Take a lukewarm or cool shower, rinsing with water without chemical shower gels.
2. Change into clean clothes. If there is a suspicion of an allergic reaction during menstruation, replace the pad with a similar liner made from a regular gauze bandage with cotton. Pure sterile cotton hasn't hurt anyone yet.
3. Visit a gynecologist to clarify the causes of discomfort.
4. Wash off with warm water with calendula tincture or chamomile infusion. This will relieve itching and redness.

Treatment for allergy to pads

Usually this type of allergy does not require hospitalization, since there is no serious threat to health. At home, it is quite possible to get rid of unpleasant symptoms, but you can and even need to consult a doctor. The doctor will at least rule out an infectious and inflammatory disease and confirm that it is an allergy. For a correct diagnosis, you will need a vaginal swab, as well as blood and urine for analysis. After receiving the result, we can talk about further treatment.

The doctor will select the right means for external influence, for example, non-hormonal ointments and creams that will relieve itching and will not harm your delicate skin.

Bepanthen and Fenistil have proven themselves well in the line of products to combat itching and redness. These cream-gels are used even for newborns, therefore they are considered absolutely safe and do not pose a threat to health. Taking antihistamines is usually not required, only in case of extensive areas of skin with redness and rash.

Timely replacement of the gasket is a guarantee of your comfort. Gynecologists advise changing them every 3-4 hours. This will keep the microflora of the organs clean, and will also protect you from the occurrence of diaper rash on delicate areas of the skin.

Helpful Hints

• Hygiene above all! Every girl knows how important hygiene is, especially when it comes to delicate areas. Undoubtedly, it is necessary to replace the gasket with clean hands. Wash your hands again after the procedure.
• natural materials. The choice of underwear is also important for women's health. Products made of natural fabric allow the skin to breathe and you do not have to feel discomfort during the "these" days.
• No dyes or fragrances in the composition of the pads. Read labels. There, sometimes honest manufacturers indicate all the chemistry, however, in small letters. Arm yourself with a magnifying glass while walking around the supermarket!
• Choose the right thickness. Why soar the skin if the volume of secretions is small. Prefer pads with a moderate level of fluid retention (2-3 drops). Use night products only for sleep. They will help to avoid leakage in the supine position.
• If the diagnosis of allergy to panty liners is confirmed, the use of hygienic hygiene remedies can be tried. They are sold strictly in a pharmacy and contain anti-inflammatory substances in their composition. But before using them, consult a gynecologist and visit an allergist.