The use of Miramistin and other external antiseptics after sexual intercourse does not protect against sexually transmitted infections and may increase the risk of infection. Irina Kozharina, a gynecologist at the DocMed IVF clinic, told socialbites.ca.
“External antiseptics are not included in clinical recommendations for the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Firstly, it is impossible to wash off pathogens, because they do not settle only on mucous membranes. For example, gonococci are firmly fixed in cells by means of special outgrowths (pili) and proteins. Secondly, they can even cause gonococcal resistance to antibacterial drugs. Secondly, antiseptics destroy beneficial bacteria in the genital organs, making the mucous membrane more susceptible to infections,” Kozharina explained.
Barrier methods of protection include male condoms and latex wipes for oral sex. A napkin can be made from a condom: to do this, you need to open it completely, cut it on both sides and make an incision along its entire length. There are female condoms: they consist of a ring that is fixed outside the vagina or behind the cervix, and a sheath that covers the walls of the vagina.
You can protect yourself from HPV and hepatitis B by getting vaccinated. There is also post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV: it should be started within 72 hours of possible infection or even earlier. It is best to get tested for infections before you have sexual intercourse with your partner for the first time.
“Sexually transmitted infections are often asymptomatic, and their presence can only be confirmed by a blood test for HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C. In addition, vaginal discharge or urine in men is used for PCR for Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae , Trichomonas vaginalis, Mycoplasma genitalium , The doctor noted that routine screening for other pathologies is not recommended.
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Source: Gazeta
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