In our daily lives, our hands come into contact with various things, leading to the accumulation of harmful bacteria on our hands. However, many people can't help but touch their bodies with their hands, which can lead to diseases. It is recommended that you try your best not to touch the following parts of your body with your hands.
1. Digging the Ears
Any fingers that enter the ear canal could potentially tear it, and the bacteria on your hands could cause symptoms such as otitis media. If your ears feel itchy, it may be due to excessive earwax, skin eczema, or infection. You should visit an otolaryngologist for an examination instead of sticking your fingers or any random object into your ears.
2. Touching the Face
If you want to touch your face, please make sure your hands are clean! Otherwise, your hands could carry various bacteria and transfer them to your forehead and cheeks, causing skin problems. It can also lead to clogged pores, especially for people with excessive sebum secretion, resulting in worsening acne.
3. Rubbing the Eyes
Keep your dirty hands away from your eyes as much as possible, as you could easily transfer bacteria to your eyes. These bacteria can cause eye inflammation and, in severe cases, even vision loss. If you feel itching, dryness, or any discomfort in your eyes, you should see an ophthalmologist.
4. Touching the Buttocks
Apart from using toilet paper or water for cleaning, please refrain from touching your buttocks, especially around the anus area. You may not be aware that the anus contains a large number of bacteria, including Escherichia coli, which can be harmful. After using the restroom, the first thing you should do is wash your hands thoroughly!
5. Picking the Nose
While it may be difficult for anyone to completely stop picking their nose with their hands, you should still be mindful of this habit. Based on our experience, people who frequently dig their noses are more prone to bacterial infections, including Staphylococcus aureus. Additionally, excessive nose picking can damage your nasal tissue and mucous membranes.
In addition to avoiding touching these 5 areas with your dirty hands, you should also refrain from putting your fingers in your mouth. We know that some people have a habit of biting their nails, but in fact, there are a large number of bacteria underneath the nails, which are also the most concealed. As the saying goes, "illness enters through the mouth," so you should be cautious. Besides minimizing bacterial transmission through contact, you should also remember to wash your hands with soap and trim your nails regularly. If you are a woman, it is recommended that you reduce the use of nail polish.
