Dr. Donnic Moore, a gynecologist and president of Sapphire Women’s Health Group, told Health, “It’s not good to always have the private parts locked up. They need air like all other parts of your body.” One easy way to help your downstairs area breathe is to take off your underwear at night.

However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind before deciding if underwear is right for you.

You will not sweat excessively or smell too much, especially when exercising.

If you sweat a lot in that area, not wearing underwear can help you to keep things cooler and fresher. Wearing underwear that doesn’t allow your skin to breathe can make your private parts feel significantly warmer. This can lead to increased sweating in the groin area.

If you stop wearing it, any sweat around your private parts can evaporate, which helps to keep the area cooler and drier.

If you don’t wear underwear, you’re less likely to get infections such as yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, fungal infections, and urinary tract infections (UTIs).

In some individuals, wearing underwear can create the ideal conditions for Candida to grow, which can then lead to a yeast infection.

This can also be true for skimpier underwear, like thongs, as these kinds of undies can trap bacteria down there and even push against genital tissue.

If you experience chafing when wearing underwear, it’s a good idea to take them off for a while.

Did you know that some people might have a problem with their underwear? Some people might be allergic to their underwear. They might not even realize. Some underwear is made from fabrics that may irritate specific individuals, and it may also contain dyes or chemicals that can exacerbate sensitive skin in this area.

As underwear is worn very close to the intimate area and bottom (which can also be sensitive), this can cause problems for some people.

But the underwear itself might not be the problem. It’s also essential to wash anything that comes into contact with this area thoroughly, using the right products tailored to your skin and body.

Many people also wear shapewear instead of regular underwear, but this can cause health problems. Shapewear can be very tight, making it difficult to breathe. If you wear it too often, it can cause circulation problems.

Shapewear can sometimes cause acid reflux because it can restrict the digestive tract, potentially leading to discomfort.

If you don’t wear underwear, your private parts might come into contact with dirtier materials. It’s a good idea to wear fresh underwear every day, but not everyone wears their trousers, skirts or other bottoms after every wear. Clothing made of materials like wool can also be problematic for going commando, as small fibers can get caught on your intimate areas.

If you don’t wear underwear, any fluid that comes out may not be collected in one place, making it harder to determine if something is wrong.