ES2285875A2 - Protector for females, is made up of multiple layers of permeable, absorbent and waterproof material, where some layers are treated with antimicrobial agents and organic colorant is provided - Google Patents

Abstract

The protector is made up of multiple layers of permeable, absorbent and waterproof material. Some layers are treated with antimicrobial agents. An organic colorant is provided, which causes a chromatic change in intensity of color according to the body temperature of user.

Description

Intimate protector for female use.

Object of the invention

The present invention relates to a protector intimate for female use and more specifically to a compress, protects slip or similar, said protector being those comprising the minus a waterproof layer, an absorbent layer, a layer of skin contact and an external adhesive for fixing to a Women's underwear.

Background of the invention

The vagina is protected by its acidic environment, but menopause or intake of contraceptives or other drugs they alter this acidic medium; if to this fact the practice is added sexual intercourse proliferation of infections occurs vulvovaginal caused by microorganisms that act by Contact.

Are the changes in consistency, smell or color of vaginal discharge, main symptoms of an infection in the area genital. The consistency of vaginal discharge is subject to variations according to the time of the month, so during ovulation the flow becomes more liquid and abundant and after the rule, more thick and thin; and according to the time of life, in this respect it fits highlight the least amount of flow over the course of the menopause. Also the smell and color of the vaginal discharge can indicate symptoms of vaginal infections, as is the case with presence of possible vaginal fungi, if the flow occurs in whitish and lumpy, with the consistency of yogurt; of a possible trichomonas infection, a parasite that can acquired by sexual transmission, in case the flow is present of yellowish-green hue and also give off an unpleasant smell; or the presence of a vaginosis bacterial generated by gardnerella, germ that is also sexually transmitted, if the flow has a hue gray-white and gives off a strong smell.

There are soaps and creams for topical use for genital area and that contribute to a control of acidity and presence of pathogenic or unwanted microorganisms, but not there is a product like the one that will be described later, to Control and avoid possible problems.

Description of the invention

The intimate protector of feminine use object of the invention, being of an appearance and construction similar to others existing protectors, presents some peculiarities constructive oriented to provide an antibacterial effect and an additional function as an indicator of body temperature in the genital area

The intimate protector object of the invention it consists, like other protectors or pads, of different layers, including an absorbent layer, an impermeable layer, a permeable layer of skin contact and optionally a layer adhesive for immobilization on an intimate garment, to keep the protector in contact with the female genital area.

According to the invention, at least one of these layers consist of a fiber material antimicrobial or has an antimicrobial treatment for inhibit or prevent the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms. This antimicrobial material is effective in combating possible opportunistic microorganisms in the female genital area, at the same time that protects a natural overture inside the female body and prevents accidental or accidental access of pathogenic bacteria to the Health.

The protector of the invention further comprises a thermal indicator, composed of organic dyes heat-sensitive, which change color or color intensity, according to the user's body temperature, witnessing and warning of any alteration related to the genital area.

Description of the figures

To complement the description that is being performing and in order to facilitate the understanding of characteristics of the invention, is attached herein descriptive a set of drawings in which, with character Illustrative and not limiting, the following has been represented:

- The unique figure shows a view schematized layers of the intimate protector of use female.

Preferred Embodiment of the Invention

As can be seen in the figures referenced, in one embodiment preferably, although not limiting the invention, the intimate protector of female use comprises: a permeable layer (1) of contact with the skin of the female genital area, an intermediate absorbent layer (2) and a layer  (3) waterproof base.

The outer waterproof layer (3) comprises a adhesive (4) intended to allow the protector to be attached to the garment of the user's intimate clothing.

The permeable layer (1), intended to contact The user's skin may be made of a material of antimicrobial fibers, or present a treatment with a antimicrobial substance

In an alternative embodiment any of Conventional layers (2, 3) may have characteristics antimicrobial

In any of the layers (1, 2 and / or 3) there is a heat sensitive coloring substance (not shown), preferably organic which, depending on the temperature body, changes color or color intensity, acting of thermal indicator.

Once nature is sufficiently described of the invention, as well as a preferred embodiment, for the appropriate purposes that the materials, form, size and arrangement of the elements described may be modified, as long as this does not imply an alteration of the essential features of the invention claimed in continuation.

Claims (4)

1. Intimate protector for female use; of the type comprising at least: a permeable layer (1) intended to contact the user's genital area, an absorbent layer (2), a waterproof layer (3) and an external adhesive (4) for fixing to a garment of underwear; characterized in that it comprises in some of its layers (1, 2, 3) an antimicrobial material for inhibiting or preventing the appearance of unwanted microorganisms in the genital area of the user; and because it comprises a thermosensitive indicator dye, due to total or partial color change of the protector, of conditions of the user's genital area. 2. Protector according to claim 1, characterized in that the permeable layer (1) is formed by a material based on antimicrobial fibers. 3. Protector according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the layers (1, 2 and / or 3) is formed by conventional fibers, treated with an antimicrobial substance. 4. Protector according to claim 1, characterized in that the heat sensitive dye is organic.