How does stress affect intimate health?

Stress is a natural response of the body and mind, in situations perceived as threatening or risky. This manifests as physical and emotional tension and can be a reaction to external factors or internal thoughts.

Small doses of stress can help people react to threats or meet important deadlines. However, prolonged or chronic stress can have negative effects on physical and mental health.

In this sense, some situations that expose us to high levels of stress can harm physical aspects, such as skin, hair, and sleep.

Something that many people don't know is that Stress can also influence women's intimate health. Below we explain in detail.

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Something important that we must understand is that Stress can disrupt hormone production and regulation. In addition to producing cortisol, known as the stress hormone, it also affects other hormones, such as sex hormones.

Therefore, the hormonal imbalance that occurs when the body is subjected to high levels of stress causes the pH of the vaginal flora to change, which increases the risk of contracting infections, causing annoying symptoms such as burning and itching in the intimate area.

When Lactobacillus levels decrease in the vaginal mucosa due to stress, it becomes vulnerable to infections, whether bacterial (due to an excess of other bacteria in the vaginal flora) or fungal (candida).

In addition, Stress can also affect sexual performance , since, in addition to exposing the body to infections due to lowered defenses, it can cause vaginal dryness.

When it comes to sexual intercourse, adequate lubrication is essential, and when the mucous membranes lack the required level of moisture, intimate relations can be uncomfortable and painful.

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If you experience any discomfort in your intimate area, it is important to consult a health professional, That is, a gynecologist, so they can provide the appropriate treatment to eliminate the infection. Self-medication is not recommended, as this can only make the infection worse.

In addition, it is recommended to reduce stress levels , eat a balanced diet, exercise, maintain good hygiene, and sleep well so that the body maintains its defenses high and protects itself against any virus, infection, or disease.

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• Stress
• Health
• Intimate health
• Infections