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Peri care is important for the health and well being of individuals.  By developing a good peri care routine you decrease the risk of infections, odor and maintain healthy habits.  The genital area is made up of skin, moist areas, and glands, which makes the peri area prone to infections.  Secretions are normal in genitals but if you notice an odor or discharge please consult your health care provider.

The basics for peri care are the same for female/male. It should be performed daily and anytime you are incontinent of urine and/or bowel.  Below are the basics supplies for peri care:

*    Luke warm water (not hot)

•    Peri wash and soft washcloth or disposable washcloths, dry towel

•    Moisturizer (may contain humectants and emollient)

•    Skin protectants if desired (these may contain petrolatum, zinc oxide, dimethicone or combination of any of these products)

Care for Female:

•    Wash the inner legs and peri area outside labia

•    Use clean area of washcloth for each wipe of peri area

•    Wash genitals from front to back (this keeps fecal matter from the anal area making its way to the urethra)

•    Rinse starting with innermost area and proceed outward

•    Wash and rinse anal area

Care for Male:

•    Using circular motion gently wash penis from tip downward

•    Uncircumcised penis retract foreskin wash and rinse tip replace skin

•    Wash and rinse scrotum

•    Wash and rinse anal area

Pat peri area dry after washing, DO NOT rub.  Apply moisturizers and/or protectant cream as desired.  When applying the creams be sure to follow manufactures directions for application.  If you are using a powder do not shake over body, as particles may get in the air and cause respiratory issues.  Be sure to always wash hands before and after peri care and after urination and bowel movements.

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