Bryan Johnson· Author
It’s linked to: + 2–5x higher risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV) + Increased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) + Higher odds of ectopic pregnancy and infertility + Greater risk of cervical cancer and STIs
We can't find evidence that holds up here. Proponents are reasoning from mechanism or analogy rather than direct human data, and the most credible skeptics raise objections we can't dismiss.
It’s linked to: + 2–5x higher risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV) + Increased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) + Higher odds of ectopic pregnancy and infertility + Greater risk of cervical cancer and STIs
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Douching washes away protective bacteria. This raises pH and increases your risk of infections.