From the comfort and security of your own home, check if you are at risk of vaginal infection with this reliable, fast and simple to use vaginal pH testing kit
Did you know that 20 – 30% of all patients in a gynaecological department suffer from vaginal infections? The common complaints are about the discomfort of itching, increased discomfort and a burning sensation. These vaginal pH test strips allowfor the determination of vaginal microbial imbalances at the early stages. It can be used to quickly identify an increase in vaginal pH and prevent any future problems.
For the optimal functioning of your body's own system for protecting the health of the vagina, an acidic vaginal pH value of 3.8 to 4.5 is a basic necessity.
A healthy vaginal flora can protect you from colonization’s by pathogens and the occurrence of vaginal infections. There are in fact numerous factors which regulate the composition and dynamics of your vaginal microbial ecosystem and that maintain the natural protective functions of the vagina.
The pH level in your vagina can be subject to many fluctuations, most have little to no effect and depend upon your monthly cycle whereas other causes which alter the vaginal pH level can have a more harmful effect. Such causes include:
- Excessive use of intimate hygiene products
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Bacterial infections
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Premature rupture of foetal membranes
- oestrogen deficiency
- Postoperative infected wounds
A pH level of 3.8 to 4.5 is crucial for your body's system of protecting the vagina and the maintenance of a healthy vaginal flora, don’t second guess it check it easily with the pH health Care test from the comfort of your own home.
Take a vaginal pH test regularly to avoid any potential health issues
If you discover that your vaginal pH levels are measuring higher than 4.5 this can lead to many potential gynaecological complaints and issues. A disturbance to the vaginal flora is usually an indicator that the pH isn’t correct.
This test is particularly useful amongst pregnant women because they can decrease the risk of infections by regularly self-assessing their vaginal pH levels. Don’t second guess your vaginal pH any longer and use the Care Diagnostica pH Health Care test today.