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Periods

Can I Wash My Hair During Periods?

Yes, you can! There’s no scientific evidence to support the claims that washing your hair while menstruating can impact your fertility or influence PMS symptoms.  If you’ve been brought up in a hou...
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Periods

Irregular Periods

While a normal menstruation cycle should occur every 21-35 days, long-term irregularities in duration and flow can occur and should be monitored and treated as they can be a symptom of an underlyi...
Things You Should Avoid During Periods
Periods

Things You Must Avoid During Periods

Skip salty snacks, sugary drinks, and processed foods during your period – they can make bloating worse.  Cut back on caffeine and alcohol too, they dehydrate you and up the cramp factor. Exercise...
Can You Get Waxed During Periods?
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Can You Get Waxed During Periods?

Yes, it is technically possible to get waxed during your menstrual period, but it is generally not recommended. Many individuals find that they are more sensitive and experience increased discomfor...
Can we eat papaya during periods
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Can We Eat Papaya During Periods?

Yes, you can eat papaya during periods. In fact, some people believe that papaya may have certain benefits for women during menstruation. Papaya contains an enzyme called papain, which may help in ...
Can Sperm Pass Through Sanitary Pads
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Can Sperm Pass Through Sanitary Pads?

No. Sanitary pads are designed to absorb and contain menstrual flow, and they provide a barrier that prevents sperm from passing through. The materials used in sanitary pads are not permeable to sp...
Can Sanitary Pads Cause UTI
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Can Sanitary Pads Cause UTI?

No. Sanitary pads themselves do not directly cause urinary tract infections (UTIs). However, improper hygiene practices during menstruation can contribute to the risk of UTIs. UTIs are usually caus...
Can You Swim With a Sanitary Pad
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Can You Swim With a Sanitary Pad?

No, it is not recommended to swim with a sanitary pad. Sanitary pads are designed to absorb menstrual flow, but they are not effective when submerged in water. When sanitary pads come into contact...
Can You Pee in Your Pads
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Can You Pee or Urinate in Your Pads?

No. Pads are designed for menstrual flow, not for urine. Using pads for urine is not recommended as they are not designed to effectively manage urine absorption and may lead to discomfort and hygie...