Many people prefer to shower at night, before going to sleep, to get rid of the dirt accumulated throughout the day on the body and hair.
Some may leave their hair to dry on their own and go to bed, but sleeping with wet hair can have some serious consequences, from fungal infections to dandruff, not to mention damaged hair.
Trichologist Faisal Ahmed tells the Metro website: “Due to the humid and warm conditions, sleeping with wet hair can attract fungal infections on the scalp, such as ringworm (a fungal infection that can affect the skin, nails, or scalp. It is characterized by a red, circular rash. "The color causes itching. This can cause scarring and hair loss."
You can also get dandruff, which, although not dangerous, is very annoying.
“Sleeping with wet hair can attract bacteria that can cause an itchy and flaky scalp,” explains Faisal, who is co-founder of PowerYourCurls com.
Adding that there is other damage to the hair as a result of this habit, he said, “It can cause breakage or split ends, because when the hair is wet, the follicles are also weak. Since the hair is prone to tangling during sleep, there will likely be a lot of hair and limb loss.” "split."
But it's not just about your hair. Sleeping with wet hair can also spoil your skin. “Sleeping with wet hair can cause pimples on your skin and even your scalp,” explains dermatologist Dr. Hamdan Abdullah Hamed.
This happens due to the accumulation of bacteria on the pillow from your wet hair.
"You can also get acne bumps on your scalp due to folliculitis or inflamed hair follicles," he continued.
Therefore, it would be better to dry your hair before going to sleep or stop showering at night if you are unable to resist the feeling of sleepiness that prevents you from drying your hair.
Microorganisms in semen can explain the cause of infertility in men
Several studies have revealed the impact of the gut microbiome on the general health of individuals. In a recent study, scientists found a link between these microorganisms in semen and fertility.
According to scientists from the Department of Urology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), microorganisms in semen may play a crucial role in influencing sperm parameters and enhancing male fertility.
The microbiome refers to the collection of microbes – bacteria, fungi and viruses – that affect human health. While there are many studies on the microbes found in the digestive tract and on the skin, there has been less focus on the reproductive systems, especially in men.
However, the UCLA team found that one microbe in particular, Lactobacillus iners, can have a direct negative effect on sperm motility, which in turn affects fertility.
This microbe is widely known as the cause of bacterial vaginosis in women, and is the most common bacteria found in the female genital microbiome.
The study published by Scientific Reports was not able to determine the exact link, but previous research revealed that components of Lactobacillus iners bacteria can produce lactic acid (L-lactic), which can lead to local inflammation, which may affect sperm motility.
In addition, scientists discovered that three types of bacteria from the Pseudomonas group, a very common type of bacteria, were found in patients with normal and abnormal sperm concentrations.
Microbes called Pseudomonas fluorescens and Pseudomonas stutzeri were more common in patients with abnormal sperm concentrations, while Pseudomonas putida was less common in samples with abnormal sperm concentrations.
This finding highlights how closely related microbes can have a different impact on human health, and that not all bacteria found in semen have an impact on fertility.
Lead author Dr Vadim Osadchi said: “There is a lot to be explored regarding the microbiome and its association with male infertility.”
However, these findings provide valuable insights that can lead us in the right direction for a deeper understanding of this relationship. The findings of the latest study are consistent with evidence from smaller studies and will pave the way for more comprehensive future investigations to unravel the complex relationship between the semen microbiome and fertility.
Globally, fertility rates are falling, and poor diet and lifestyles are also thought to play a role in men's health.