Underwear can help protect sensitive skin, but it’s not always necessary for everyone.
News page Insider Dr. Mary Jane Minkin – a gynecologist at Yale Medicine (medical facility of Yale Medical School, USA) – said that not wearing underwear can make us more susceptible to rubbing or infection. than in sensitive parts.
Therefore, wearing underwear is very necessary, especially for women who are menstruating, when shopping and trying on new clothes or when having to wear tight, rough clothes. At this time, underwear will help reduce friction for sensitive skin areas, reduce the risk of irritation and infection for the urethra and genitals.
For men, underwear helps reduce the risk of itching by absorbing sweat, creating a dry environment, thereby helping to prevent fungal infections.
Underwear also makes men more comfortable when moving in public.
However, also according to Ms. Minkin, in some cases, not wearing underwear is better for health. For example, when going to bed, or at home alone …, not wearing underwear will help the body more comfortable. However, it is necessary to pay attention to choose underwear with soft and breathable material and wash it with suitable detergent.