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Published on: August 05, 2025 08:53 PM IST
From UTI to Pelvic inflammatory disease, here is a list of common gynecological infections that are spikes in the monsoon.
Increased humidity during the monsoon season acts as a reproductive ground for infections. During this time gynecological infections also increase. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. and Advisor to Rising Medicare Hospital and Elite Momes, Dr. Gynecologist. Vinod Bhrati, Pune said, “Sometimes women are forced to wear such moist undergarments. Excessive sweating. All this intimate area becomes more moist and wet, makes a reproductive ground for a type of fungal and bacterial infections.” Also read Gynecologists share 6 tips to reduce the risk of infection of the intimate area related to the monsoon.
Here are 5 most common gynecological infections that are spikes during monsoon:
1. vulvovaginal candidiasis:
VVC is usually caused by Candida albicans, but can sometimes be caused by other Candida species or yeast. Specific symptoms of VVC include vaginal agony, external dysuria and unusual vaginal discharge.
2. urinary tract infection:
Urine tract infections (UTIs) are common infections that affect any part of the urinary system, including kidneys, urethra, bladder, and urethra. Also read Women’s Health: Common gynecological infection, symptoms and treatment
3. Bacterial vaginosis:
Bacterial veginosis (wife) is a common vaginal infection caused by imbalance of bacteria in the vagina, causing symptoms such as a fish odor and unusual discharge
4. Pelvic inflammatory diseases:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a female reproductive organs infection, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. It usually occurs from an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI), such as chlamydia or gonorrhea.
5. Trichomoniasis:
Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by parasitic trichomonus vagina. Their symptoms may include irritation, itching and unusual discharge. Also read Gynecologists share 9 tips to promote immunity in women during monsoon: ‘Add more and more spices to your food’
Early warning signs of gynecological infections:
- White discharge.
- Foul-length discharge
- Excess itching and discomfort in the intimate area
- Lower pain in the stomach.
- Many times, burning in urine
Prevention Tips to Follow:
- Use comfortable and cotton interior wear
- Change inner wear if it is wet
- Use comfortable and turmoil
- Avoid wearing tight clothes
- Keep the intimate area dry
- Avoid using any fragrance or perfume for an intimate area
- Cleaning the surface before using contaminated public toilets
Note the readers: This article is only for informative purposes and is not an option for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor with any question about a medical condition.
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