{"componentChunkName":"component---src-templates-blog-post-js","path":"/EN/3/d1176c92d711983afe9966703aec5773_t/","result":{"data":{"site":{"siteMetadata":{"title":"Leonids"}},"markdownRemark":{"id":"81a49984-d17c-5d2f-ae82-d87f5ccc4c22","excerpt":"","html":"<div class=\"gatsby-highlight\" data-language=\"text\"><pre class=\"language-text\"><code class=\"language-text\">     &lt;i&gt;&lt;/i&gt;   &lt;i&gt;&lt;/i&gt;   &lt;i&gt;&lt;/i&gt; 1&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/c-users-mahad-downloads-18-12-3483-jpg.jpeg&quot;/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Sore vagina can be quite a problem to deal with. These are the kind of issues which make you wonder “God why does this exist”. This can make your life quite miserable and every associated activity with the vagina becomes very difficult. It is quite serious and needs a lot of attention, care so that it can be healed soon. Visiting your doctor is a recommended advice other than that you can also try some home remedies in order to relieve you of the pain. So here is the list in which we will explore the home remedies and how it helps to soothe the pain to a greater extent.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;18. Applying ice pack to the affected area&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-780.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock &lt;p&gt;Placing an ice pack on the affected area can help you to lessen the pain. The ice pack can make the nerve ending area numb making the soreness bearable. But it should be used after wrapping the ice pack in to a piece of cloth. Applying the ice pack directly can cause burns to the skin as well as it might cause irritation. You should leave it for 15-20 minutes. In case you do not have an ice pack you can also make one by putting ice cubes in plastic bag or use a bag of frozen vegetables.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;17. Soak in a warm sitz bath&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-781.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;This is a small tub which is designed to treat and reduce the inflammation of the genital area. It is available in any local pharmacy. You should soak your vagina in that tub and leave it on for fifteen to twenty minutes. Otherwise a cool bath can also be successful but you should always obtain a doctor’s advice before adding vinegar, salt or baking soda.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;16. Using scented products&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-782.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock &lt;p&gt;You should avoid using scented soaps, moisturizers, pads or tampons can cause irritation or cause it to swell. So it is better to avoid these products when you are going through this phase of irritation. Even if you are using toilet paper it should be unscented.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;15. Avoid touching it and also avoid sex&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-783.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;You need to avoid both touching it as well as sex once you are having the swollen vagina. In order to see the progress you might just want to touch it all the time. Thus you should try to have it checked by a gynecologist if you are very curious to know what is. Or until the soreness is just there you and your partner must avoid sex if you are in a relationship.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;14. Comfortable clothing around that area&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-784.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;It is advisable that you must wear 100% cotton underwear. This is because cotton is a breathable fabric and will be better for sore vagina. Also it is better to wear loose clothing around that area as tight clothing might just end up worsening the situation. You can stop wearing tights or leggings rather wear skirt, dress or pants. Wearing something breathe able will help you give your skin a better and maximum airflow.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;13. The Kegel exercise&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-785.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;The Kegel exercise is the one of the best pelvic muscles exercise which can help ease pain. Pelvic muscles are those which help us in urination. Following exercises can be tried with the pelvic muscles which includes: tightening pelvic muscles and holding it for around five seconds, then relax it for some time.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Repeating this exercise four times and doing it three times during the day can help you a lot in pelvic swelling. Other exercises including tightening the muscles for ten seconds or more but these will be done after some weeks of practicing. It is better to concentrate while doing these exercises and ensure that pelvic muscles are tight rather than the abdomen, buttocks or thigh area.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;12. It might need medical attention&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-786.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;At times the sore vagina is just due to some obvious reasons such as childbirth, or a very rough intercourse. It is better to get medical attention if the swelling is caused by any other reason except these ones. Especially if the following occurs it is better to seek medical attention:&lt;/p&gt;  Unusual color of vaginal discharge Immense irritation, redness or itching Bleeding after intercourse, menopause or during periods Unusual size of vagina If there are any blisters in or outside the vagina  &lt;h2&gt;11. Taking proper medical advice&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-787.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock &lt;p&gt;It is always advisable to avoid self-medication at this point. Although anti-depressants such as amitriptyline or nortriptyline might end up proving temporary relief to the affected area. But it might end up causing dry mouth, weight gain or drowsiness.&lt;/p&gt;     &lt;h2&gt;10. Using lubricant before sex&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-788.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock &lt;p&gt;Vaginal lubricants can help you ease the pain during intercourse and afterwards. But if you start feeling the pain after using it you should wash it off as soon as possible.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;9. Apple cider vinegar&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-789.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock. &lt;p&gt;Apple cider vinegar is good for treating vaginal itching because of its anti-bacterial and antifungal qualities. This is because it helps to balance the natural pH of the vagina.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You can add two tablespoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar in warm water. This solution can be used to wash vagina for few days. Similarly you can also mix one table spoon of apple cider vinegar along with one table spoon of raw honey. Drinking it twice a day can help you to relieve the vaginal swelling and pain.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;8. Garlic&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-790.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock. &lt;p&gt;Garlic is also known for having antibacterial properties which help to kill bacteria. Also it helps to improve the immune system or body infections. Diluting few drops of garlic and Vitamin E oil to apply on the affected area can help to ease the vaginal soreness. Moreover, you can also chew three garlic cloves daily.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;7. Indian Lilac&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-791.jpeg&quot;/&gt;.shutterstock &lt;p&gt;This is also known as neem and can help to prevent vaginal itching since it contains antiseptic properties. It can be boiled in water and applied to the affected area to soothe the itching. Also the neem oil can also be added to the lukewarm water and you can use it to rinse your vagina. Moreover, you can also take neem tea or capsules after consulting your doctor.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;6. Using honey on the infected area&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-792.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;If you apply unpasteurized honey as an ointment to the infected area and leave it for half an hour you situation will improve drastically. Eating one to two tablespoons of unpasteurized honey can also be helpful.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;5. Yoghurt&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-793.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;You can either apply yoghurt on the affected area, leave it for an hour then wash it, or you can consume two to three cups of yoghurt in order to improve your vaginal soreness. This is because the bacteria in the yoghurt attack the bad bacteria of our body and promote the growth of good ones.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;4. Chamomile tea bags&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-794.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;Chamomile is known to give a soothing sensation to your body and also helps to treat the inflamed skin. You can soak the chamomile tea bags in a glass of hot water and cool them after two minutes. Then apply the bags to the vagina and squeeze it so that the liquid starts to go inside and start healing the vagina. You need to continue this procedure for two weeks in order for your vaginal soreness to go away completely.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;3. Vitmanin C&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-795.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;You can also soothe the vaginal soreness by consuming 100 mg of vitamin C in order for it to get better. Having fruits which contain vitamin C can also help a great deal in order to soothe the vaginal infections, swelling itching or irritation.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;2. Turmeric and milk&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-796.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock &lt;p&gt;Turmeric is known for its anti-bacterial properties. You can take a glass of warm milk add one tea spoon of turmeric to it and take it twice a day to help you cure the inflamed vagina easily.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;1. Boric acid&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;https://relationshipgoals.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/word-image-797.jpeg&quot;/&gt;shutterstock     &lt;p&gt;This can also help a great deal in soothing vaginal swelling. Consume atleast 600 mg of boric acid to treat your vaginal irritation.&lt;/p&gt;   &lt;i&gt;&lt;/i&gt;</code></pre></div>","frontmatter":{"mitle":"18 Ways to Soothe a Sore Vagina","description":"This can make your life quite miserable and every associated activity with the vagina becomes very difficult."}}},"pageContext":{"slug":"/EN/3/d1176c92d711983afe9966703aec5773_t/","previous":{"fields":{"slug":"/EN/3/dc4e603b8eaa5b96b7137dcb5e5822e3_t/"},"frontmatter":{"mitle":"19 Differences Between Loving Someone and Being in Love"}},"next":{"fields":{"slug":"/EN/3/d85c61da4dfdb670e7100753d537ed73_t/"},"frontmatter":{"mitle":"26 Astonishing Photos You'll Have to LOOK at TWICE."}}}},"staticQueryHashes":["2841359383"]}