Potassium permanganate is not recommended for long-term use. Potassium permanganate sitz bath has a disinfectant effect, if used for a long time it may lead to changes in the pH of the female vagina, causing the emergence of conditionally pathogenic bacteria in the female vagina, leading to inflammation, so it is not recommended to use potassium permanganate sitz bath for a long time. Potassium permanganate sitz baths are usually used for the treatment of vulvar inflammation, vestibular cysts and other symptoms of local disinfection of the vulva. It can also be used to treat localized inflammation in women and to inhibit abscess formation, but it is important to note that potassium permanganate baths should not be used when women are bleeding from the vagina in order to avoid infection. Potassium permanganate sitz baths should be used under the guidance of a doctor, do not blindly use on their own. If a woman’s symptoms do not improve after using potassium permanganate sitz baths to disinfect the area, it is recommended that she inform her doctor and seek medical attention promptly.