Gynaecologist urges women not to remove their pubic hair

A gynaecologist, Dr Jen Gunter, has urged women not to remove their pubic hair because it can cause “microscopic trauma” that can lead to infections.

According to her, pubic hair has a purpose though the importance is not fully understood.

Going further, the expert said it also has a role in sexual arousal because each pubic hair is attached to a nerve ending.

“Pubic hair has a function, it is probably a mechanical barrier and protection for the skin,” she said.

“It may also have a role in sexual functioning because each pubic hair is attached to a nerve ending, that’s why it hurts to remove it."

Here are the reasons why women have been encouraged not to remove the hair.

1. It can cause “microscopic trauma” that can lead to infections.

2. It is necessary to protect the skin by acting as a barrier against the outside world.

3. It may also have a role in sexual functioning because each pubic hair is attached to a nerve ending and that it is involved in the release of pheromones, chemicals that trigger arousal.

Many women, however, believe that removing the air is more hygenic with others claiming it is what their partners want.