The intimate area is more sensitive to infections because of different reasons. These include the skin around this area being more delicate. Constant soiling due to passage of urine and stools. Sexual infections can happen through infected partners. Use of unhygienic toilets can lead to skin infections. Hence this area needs specific care and attention. The basic trick is to keep the intimate area as dry as possible. Dr Suman Bijlani a gynaecologist and obstetrician tells you how to maintain hygiene in such an intimate area. Tips to maintain intimate hygiene: Clean from front to back (vagina to anus) and