Generally there is no need to douche, but if there is drug residue and more secretion in the underwear and vulva, you can wash the vulva without douching the vagina.
1. After the pessary is inserted into the vagina, the medicine will work in the vagina to achieve the purpose of treating the disease, if you flush with water, the medicine may be washed away by the water, affecting the efficacy of the treatment.
2. It is recommended that patients use povidone suppositories at night, and if there are more secretions and drug residue in the vulva when they get up the next morning, they can wash the vulva with warm water, and do not douche the inside of the vagina.
3. In the process of medication, it is recommended that patients do not cohabit, so as not to aggravate the stimulation of the vaginal mucosa, but also affect the efficacy of the povidone suppository.