India, July 20 -- Relentless downpour, high moisture content, and scarce sunlight are common during the monsoon season, but all of these make laundry take forever to dry. Because of this, many people end up reusing a moist towel or slipping into the same, damp undergarments. While in that moment, maybe out of a rush or because everything else is even more wet, it feels like the only option and is often brushed off casually. But this habit may result in infections and irritations, stemming from poor hygiene and prolonged exposure to moisture, particularly in intimate areas.

Dr Kanu Verma, Consultant, Dermatologist & Cosmetologist, Aakash Healthcare, shared with HT Lifestyle how damp towels and improperly dried undergarments may result in ...