The most popular and strong argument for cleaning sex toys is that they may spread sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Dermatologists and sex experts believe that if sex toys aren’t cleaned and sanitized correctly, they can spread STIs, especially if they’re used by numerous people. Herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhoea are some of the most frequent STIs spread through sex toys.
Even if you use your clitoral sex toy alone, you should clean and sterilize it because there is no chance of STI transmission. If people with clitoris use sex toys (any sex toys) without proper cleanliness, they risk contracting bacterial vaginosis (UTIs). If you use the sex toy for vaginal and anal stimulation, your chances of getting a UTI increase even more. The remaining bodily fluids on sex toys promote fungal development and bacterial growth, increasing the risk of yeast infections.