Every woman has to face many problems during periods. While many women go through major mood swings and cramps, other women experience weakness and fatigue. These are some of the symptoms of the menstrual cycle, but if you do not maintain hygiene, you may experience some other issues as well. Bacteria are removed from the body during periods. Poor hygiene, especially not changing sanitary pads on time, can lead to many problems. Experts recommend changing pads every four hours when you are on your period.
Why it is important to change sanitary pads every 4 hours
According to gynecologist experts, most women change pads according to their blood flow. However, it doesn't matter whether your blood flow is high or low, you should change pads every 4 hours. This will prevent the risk of bacterial infection and if you do not change the pad throughout the day, you may be at risk of infection. Apart from this, you may also have to face many harmful problems related to your vagina and menstrual cycle.
What happens if pads are not changed during periods?
Bad odor
If you do not change the pad, it may smell due to the frozen blood and the bacteria produced by it.
Infection
The pooled blood and bacteria can cause an infection, which can lead to a vaginal infection.
Fungal infection
If the pad is kept on for a long time, it can build up moisture which can be an aggravating factor for fungal infections.
Itching and burning
Applying pads for a long time can cause itching and burning problems due to increased moisture in the vagina.
Now you know why you should change your pad on time whether the blood flow is low or high. Apart
from this, when you start feeling wet, go and change the pad immediately. Even if your flow is light and your pad is clean, go ahead and change it. You do not have to use one pad for more than 4-5 hours.
