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If you follow the instructions, you are unlikley to get TSS.
The chance of getting TSS from a single use is tiny, unless you leave it in for way too long. Just don't leave it in for more than the recommended time.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agoTampon-associated TSS occurs when certain naturally occurring bacteria such as Staphylococcus Aureus and Streptococcus Pyogenes are present in the vagina and multiply to unhealthy levels - this bacteria then starts to produce TSST-1 toxins that enter your bloodstream via vaginal tissues or damage caused to vaginal tissues from the drying effect of tampons, if a person lack antibodies to this toxin it goes on to overwhelm the immune system leading to high fever, low blood pressure and eventually major organ failure.
It's a myth that TSS only occurs from leaving tampons too long, even an hour is long enough for bacteria to multiply to a harmful level and start producing these toxins, it's just that the longer tampons are worn the longer bacteria and toxins have to accumulate. However you would still need to have had the tampon in long enough to have allowed bacterial growth - putting a tampon in then taking it straight back out again will not be long enough to effect bacterial growth.
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∙ 9y agoYes, you can get Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) whenever you use a tampon.
TSS occurs when certain strains of bacteria multiply and start producing toxins, those toxins enter the bloodstream and if a person lacks immunity the bacterial toxins overwhelm the immune system. Tampons are a cause of TSS as they encourage bacterial growth while preventing vaginal cleaning, they also damage vaginal tissues to give bacterial toxins direct access to the bloodstream.
You're actually more likely to contract TSS the first time you use a tampon than any other time, if you are lacking in TSST-1 antibodies then your first interaction with the bacterial toxins is most likely to be the time that you contract TSS as a result - the bacteria responsible aren't always present and don't always produce TSST-1 toxins, there are also other variables such as your health, so it doesn't always work like this but this is one reason why young people are most likely to contract TSS.
TSS is rare but still thought to occur in as many as 1 in 700 women, correct tampon use reduces the risk of TSS but doesn't prevent it all together, if you wish to avoid TSS it's best to avoid tampons.
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∙ 10y agoYes, TSS is always a risk with tampon use.
One factor that contributes to tampon-related TSS is that tampons dry-out vaginal tissues causing ulceration that gives TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS a more direct route into your bloodstream. Using two tampons at once means twice the absorption so twice the damage, and thus far higher risk of TSS.
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∙ 8y agoYou cannot get Toxic Shock Syndrome if the tampon isn't in long enough to allow bacterial growth. Toxic Shock Syndrome can occur from within a few hours of use, not only from leaving too long.
If using tampons you should learn more about TSS and correct tampon use to reduce the risks.
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What does TSS stand for?
TSS stands for Toxic Shock Syndrome. TSS, as in a position in the BHRS (Wraparound Services), stands for Therapeutic Staff Support.
I haven't had any TSS symptoms but realized I had a tampon inside me for eleven days. Should I be worried?
Yes. Unless you are on a period you shouldn't be using a tampon and if you are you need to change it several times a day. The bacteria is what causes the TSS and it can kill you. I hope you have stopped doing this.
How likely will I get tss Im sixteen and had my first tampon in for twenty minutes?
Don't worry! TSS is really rare! And only having a tampon in for 20 minutes it absolutly nothing to worry about. One time, I had a tampon in for 12 hours! I'm completely fine! (Leaving it in that long in not recommended) Other then that, you should be fine.
Can you still get your period if you were a tampon before you have it?
Yes, a period is a result of hormones and wearing or not wearing a tampon has nothing to do with it. Never ever wear a tampon without having a period. Read the warnings on the tampon box because it tells you not to do that.
Can you keep a tampon once its been opened?
It's not recommended. Tampons aren't sterile so can introduce foreign bacteria into the vagina, increasing risks of vaginal infecitons and TSS, if the tampon has been opened then it is all the more likely that it has come into contact with more bacteria thus posing higher risks.
Caused by Staphylococcus aureus what condition became prominent in the 1970s when tampon-using women were getting it?
The condition prominent in the 1970's in tampon using women was Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).Certain tampon brands started using super-absorbent materials that were not safety tested, these materials caused vaginal tears which resulted in vaginal hemorrhaging and higher risk of TSS as it gave bacterial toxins from bacteria like Staphylococcus Aureus direct access to the bloodstream. Tampon companies not only continued to sell these tampons but also heavily promoted these new tampons to get more women using them. At the time nothing was known about TSS or tampon risks so women were also using these tampons for far longer than they should have, thus allowing larger numbers of bacteria to multiply which also increased the risk of them contracting TSS.
Can you put in another tampon just after taking out the other one?
You can, but you should alternate with pads as often as possible.Tampons encourage bacterial growth while also preventing vaginal cleaning, when you remove a tampon you do remove the bulk of the tampon and bacteria within it but there is still bacteria and tampon fibers left behind. When inserting one tampon after another you're trapping bacteria then allowing even more bacteria on top of that to multiply, thus increasing risk of infection and TSS.Tampons also dry-out the vagina causing damage to the vaginal tissues, damage that can be increased by the friction of removing the old tampon then inserting the fresh dry tampon, alternating with pads thus allows your vaginal tissues a chance to heal. As well as reducing discomfort this also reduces risks of TSS as vaginal tissue damage is what allows bacterial toxins responsible for TSS to get into your bloodstream and develop into TSS.
When i first tried a tampon i put it in a bit took it out then back in a bit then back out could i have tss?
No, you couldn't have TSS. TSS occurs when certain strains of bacteria multiply and start producing toxins, these toxins enter your bloodstream via the tears in the vaginal walls caused by tampon use and if you lack immunity they overwhelm your immune system. Although it's a myth that TSS only occurs from leaving tampons in too long, you'd still have had to have tampons in long enough to allow bacteria to multiply and start producing the toxins responsible.
Do you got to a gynecologist to remove a tampon?
If you can't remove a tampon yourself then you can ask a friend or family member to help you. If you still cannot remove the tampon then yes, you go have to go to a doctor like your gynecologist to remove the tampon or else you risk serious health problems like TSS or severe vaginal infection.
If you have inserted a tampon when not menstruating is it a cause for concern?
Yes, you don't need to insert a tampon unless you are menstruating. If you are, you're putting yourself at risk for TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome), which, from what I have heard and seen, not very pleasant.
What is the illness from having a tampon in to long?
You might be thinking of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).It is a myth that TSS comes as a result of leaving tampons too long - although leaving tampons too long is one factor that increases the risks of TSS, most cases of TSS occur within the first 2-3 hours of tampon use. TSS is always a risk with tampon use.What is tampon-associated Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)?TSS occurs when naturally occuring bacteria multiply and start producing TSST-1 toxins, these toxins enter the bloodstream via tissue damage, if a person lacks TSST-1 antibodies TSST-2 toxins will overwhelm the immune system - TSS can be fatal is left untreated, or leave victims with serious long-term health conditions or disabilities.Tampons account for 75% of all TSS cases as they provide bacteria with the perfect environment in which to multiply, while also preventing the vagina from cleaning itself and effecting vaginal pH so the vagina cannot fight-off harmful bacteria. Tampons also damage vaginal tissues so give TSST-1 toxins moredirect route into the bloodstream. Leaving tampons too long allows bacteria longer to multiply, thus higher risk.
What will not put a women at risk for TSS?
Tampons account for around 75% of all TSS cases so avoiding tampon use is a major way to avoid contracting TSS - instead of tampons women can use sanitary pads, menstrual cups, or softcups. Even switching from commercial tampons such as Tampax to organic cotton tampons such as Natracare can significantly reduce TSS risk. TSS can also be contracted as a result of injury or surgery, correct medical care and keeping bandages clean can significantly reduce the risk of TSS in these cases.
