Find small changes for your everyday intimate care

Eight quick questions about washing, products, underwear, and laundry. Get practical suggestions you can start with what you already have.

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Question 1 of 8 How do you wash the vulva (the outside genital area)?

Select all that apply.

Water with a gentle hand A cleanser with a gentle hand Firm rubbing with a cloth, sponge, or brush Another way I'm not sure

Question 2 of 8 Do you rinse or wash inside the vagina?

Exclude prescribed vaginal treatment.

Yes, with water Yes, with a cleansing product or douche Yes, both No I'm not sure

Question 3 of 8 Which of these do you use on or around the vulva?

Select all that apply. Count scented wipes only as wipes.

Scented soap or intimate wash Intimate deodorant or spray Optional intimate or baby wipes Wipes needed for continence or assisted care None of these I'm not sure

Question 4 of 8 How do you use panty liners?

Most days, mainly from habit or to feel fresh Most days, for bleeding, leakage, or a care plan Occasionally, when I need protection I do not use them I'm not sure

Question 5 of 8 What fabric usually touches the vulva in your underwear?

Check the fabric against your skin.

Cotton, including a cotton gusset Synthetic fabric, without a cotton gusset A mix of fabrics or different pairs Another fabric I'm not sure

Question 6 of 8 What goes into your underwear wash?

Detergent

Fragrance-free Scented I'm not sure

Fabric softener or scent boosters

Usually Sometimes Never I'm not sure

Question 7 of 8 After exercise or swimming, when do you change damp clothes?

When a private space is available I often wait even when I could change I often have no private changing space Not applicable I'm not sure

Question 8 of 8 One last check before your results: are any of these happening now?

Select all that apply.

Severe or worsening pelvic pain, or pelvic pain with faintness, shoulder-tip pain, trouble breathing, heavy bleeding, or confusion Fever, chills, or other lower abdominal or pelvic pain Pain, urgency, unusual frequency, or difficulty when urinating New genital sores, blisters, or ulcers Bleeding between periods, after sex, or after menopause A possible sexually transmitted infection (STI) exposure or concern Itching, irritation, dryness, pain during sex, or a change in discharge or odor None of these I'm not sure

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Contact a healthcare professional about the symptoms you selected. For fever or chills with pelvic pain, difficulty urinating, or pelvic pain during possible pregnancy, seek urgent medical advice today. If pain becomes severe or you feel faint, seek emergency care.

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