How Many Times Should Women Change Underwear A Day? This Is The Doctor's Explanation

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JAKARTA - Maintaining reproductive health for a woman must start from a simple habit that is done every day. Obstetric and gynecologist specialist, dr. Boy Abidin, SpOG, Subsp. FER, revealed that reproductive health can determine the quality of life.

"So when we talk about women, once again this woman really needs to maintain the health of her production," said Doctor Boy, when met in the Menteng area, Central Jakarta, on Monday, April 21, 2025.

One of the simple things that women have to do every day to maintain their reproductive health is change their underwear. Doctor Boy suggested that women change their underwear at least two to three times a day.

"Changeing underwear is one of the important things for women," he said.

If the underwear are wet or moist, it should be replaced immediately. This is important to keep the outside area clean and dry, thus preventing the growth of microorganisms that could cause infection.

"If he is moist, he is wet, just replace it immediately. So this should be taught from a teenager or since school, where he should really take care of his health and cleanliness in the area of the intimate organs," he explained.

In addition to its replacement frequency, Doctor Boy also reminded the importance of choosing underwear that are soft and comfortable. This is because materials that are too strict or do not absorb sweat can increase the risk of irritation and excess moisture.

Not only that, women are also reminded to be careful in using underwear or pantyliners. Changing the pantyliner must also be routine because it can be a place for bacteria to develop.

"Paper coating should be replaced three to five times a day, so that the humidity level and vaginal acidity are not disturbed," concluded Doctor Boy.