How to sleep properly and what to wear to bed in general is a rather important question.
"The debate about whether or not to wear underwear is not supported by a lot of research," says Orange County, California urologist Dr. Aaron Spitz.
Dr. Sherry Ross, OB/GYN, says it really comes down to personal choice. "There is no right or wrong answer to whether you choose to sleep in underwear or not," she told HuffPost.
And while there's no scientific consensus on the matter, there are some factors to consider when deciding what's right for you.
You may want to wear underwear to bed if you have heavy vaginal discharge or are on your period: Sleeping in your underwear "may be the best way to prevent a messy night in the morning," says Ross.
On the other hand, men may experience discomfort, especially in their testicles, if they sleep commando, "due to the compression of the hips or the mattress as they toss and turn in their sleep," Spitz says.
Sleeping in underwear can also protect the urethra from irritation or infection, Spitz notes.
For example, "bed linens in hotels and friends' houses may be washed with detergents that can irritate the urethra in some people," he said. "Underwear, even loose-fitting, will act as a protective barrier for the urethra."
If you're going to sleep in underwear, choose soft, breathable materials like bamboo or cotton.
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