Recently, heavy rains have occurred in many parts of the country, causing severe damage. During this rainy season, netizens should not only pay close attention to weather forecasts and prepare for rain when going out, but also take care to clean themselves promptly if they get wet, especially women, to avoid unnecessary gynecological diseases.
There's a saying that rainwater is water without roots, cleaner than water from the ground. However, rainwater actually contains bacteria. In 1675, the Dutchman Antonie van Leeuwenhoek discovered bacteria in rainwater, proving that rainwater is not the purest water as some TV dramas portray it. After being rained on, the bacteria in the rainwater can irritate the skin, causing skin problems such as rashes and pimples.
Especially for women, after getting caught in the rain, wet underwear sticks tightly to the private parts, making it easy for bacteria to be introduced into the vagina, causing gynecological inflammation.
It is recommended that women change their clothes and rinse them thoroughly after getting caught in the rain. Furthermore, soaked clothes should ideally be disinfected immediately and washed separately from other clothes. It's best not to leave soaked clothes with regular clothes and wash them the next day or when you have time, as this can allow bacteria to multiply more quickly and contaminate other garments. Underwear, in particular, should be washed separately.
It's important for women during their menstrual period to take precautions against rain. Avoid getting wet, wading in water, or letting your feet soak in rainwater for extended periods. As the saying goes, illness often originates from the feet. Cold feet, combined with weakened immunity during menstruation, can easily lead to menstrual cramps or colds. If you do get caught in the rain or waded through water, take a hot shower and soak your feet in hot water when you get home.
