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Any tampon poses the risk of TSS, but it's considerably lower with organic tampons.
Rayon tampons pose the highest risk of TSS - brands such as Tampax, Playtex, and Kotex - because rayon is rougher and more aggressively absorbent than cotton so dries-out vaginal tissues to cause damage, this allows TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS direct access to the bloodstream. Rayon tampons are also more favourable to bacterial growth, contain ingredients that may impact on bacterial growth, and lose more tampon fibers. Organic tampons are made from 100% organic cotton so safer.
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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.
What type of tampons may cause tss?
All tampons pose the risk of TSS, but most TSS cases have involved commercial tampons.Modern commercial tampons are made from bleached rayon, a synthetic material that is more favourable to bacterial growth and more aggressively absorbent so causes more damage to vaginal tissues. Previously commercial tampons were made from other synthetic materials, the Rely brand responsible for the TSS outbreak in the 1970's-1980's were made from carboxymethylcellulose and polyester which were so absorbent they caused tears in the vaginal walls, between vaginal damage and encouraging bacterial growth Rely caused many TSS cases (we don't know the full numbers due to faults with how TSS cases were reported and recorded by the CDC).Sponge tampons had a cluster of TSS cases associated with them in the 1970's as a result of a contaminated batch, but sponge tampons - like soft tampons and cloth tampons - have since had no known associated case of TSS. Cotton tampons have had no cases of TSS associated with them at all.
Can you use tampons if you haven't started your period?
No, you should only use tampons when menstruating. Using tampons when not menstruating not only puts you at unnecissary risk but also increases risks of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS). TSS is caused when certain bacteria multiply and create a toxin, if you lack antibodies this bacterial toxins overwhelms your immune system and it can be fatal. Tampons always risk TSS but using tampons when you're not menstruating or using too high a flow increases risks because tampons dry-out vaginal tissues causing ulceration that gives the bacterial toxins a direct route into your bloodstream. Not to mention that using tampons when not bleeding would be very uncomfortable due to friction and the drying effect on your vagina.
What makes a tampon organic?
Most tampons are made from a synthetic material called rayon which is heavily chemically treated, rayon is sometimes combined with cotton that contains pesticides. The final product is then bleached resulting in more chemicals andbyproductof the bleaching process such as dioxin being left behind in tampons - these pose higher risk of TSS, infections and may pose long-term health risks.Organic tampons are made from 100% organic cotton - there are no pesticides used on the cotton, and the tampons themselves are not bleached. Thus organic tampons pose lower risk of TSS, infections, and no long-term risks.
Why are tampons no longer likely to cause toxic shock?
Tampons remain a major cause of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).Tampons account forapproximately75% of all TSS cases, according to Dr. Patrick Schlievert (TSS expect and professor at University of Minnesota) and Dr. Philip Tierno (TSS expert and professor at New York University School of Medicine) TSS occurs in 1 in 700 women during the lifetime.TSS was first brought to public attention in 1978 in association with Rely tampons, a brand of tampon made from super-absorbentcarboxymethylcellulose and compressed beads of polyester, these materials and the fact women didn't know how to use tampons safely meant there was a large outbreak of TSS. Although today these materials and banned and instructions for correct use are given on tampon packs, manufacturers still use materials such as rayon which increase risk of TSS, and instructions on pack are outdated with advice such as to use tampons for 8 hours max which is too long. Many women today also knowingly misuse tampons due to ignorance about TSS or because they no longer view TSS as a risk - thus TSS is on the increase.
Can tampons cause vaginal scratches?
Yes, tampons do cause vaginal tissue damage.Tampons are dry and absorbent, they don't just absorb blood but also absorb vaginal moisture needed to keep the vaginal tissues lubricated and protected from damage. Tampons can thus cause splitting and ulceration, especially if using too high an absorbency and rayon tampons increase damage as it's rougher and more aggressively absorbent.Rayon is used on commercial tampons such as Tampax, Playtex, and Kotex, which is why these brands are more likely to cause Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), these tears give bacterial toxins responsible for TSS direct access to the bloodstream.
Can you get tss after your period is over?
Yes, it is possible to contract TSS after menstruation. Assuming that you have removed any tampons that you were using and have not used tampons when not menstruating, TSS can still occur because it can take some time for the TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS to have a noticable effect on the body. Tampons allow bacterial growth while preventing vaginal cleaning and effecting vaginal pH, so this can cause bacterial imbalance - if the vagina cannot right itself harmful bacterial growth may continue even after a tampon is removed. Tampons also can leave fibres embedded in the vaginal walls and in the cervical opening, there have been multiple cases with a well-known tampon brand where fibres have collected within the opening of the cervix over several months and has on occasion resulted in TSS.
Who often got TSS?
Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.
If you weren't on your period could you use a tampon to get use to it when you are on your period?
No, you can not practice using a tampon unless you are menstruating. If you decide to do this,though, just put it in and take it out as soon as you can because if you leave a tampon in when you are not menstruating the tampon would be left in your body,dry, and would leave bacteria behind which can lead to TSS, toxic shock syndrome. If you dont know what it is, look it up and find out.
How do you reduce developing toxic shock syndrome?
The best way to reduce your risk of TSS is simply not to use tampons.There are plenty of other options such as menstrual cups or softcups which are not only a lot safer and more hygienic than tampons so don't pose health risks like TSS, but that are also more comfortable, conveniet, and reliable. Look into menstrual cups such as Mooncup http://www.mooncup.co.uk/wc.php?u=1741If you do use tampons, follow precautions:Change tampons every 4-6 hours.Alternate with pads as often as possible.Always use lowest absorbency for your flow.Change absorbency as your flow changes.Avoid rayon tampons like Tampax or Playtex.Opt for cotton tampons like Emerita or Veeda.Do not wear tampons before your period.Do not wear tampons with light flow or spotting.Do not wear tampons overnight while sleeping.Do not wear tampons with a vaginal infection.Wash hands before using tampons.Store tampons in clean dry place.Learn about risks of TSS, infections, and dioxin.Learn symptoms of TSS and what to do.You ARE Love (TSS information) - http://www.you-are-loved.org
Lost a tampon which now out but think may have an infection?
Go see a doctor! SOONEST! Tampons in too long can cause TSS, which can be VERY BAD.
Bleeding inserting tampons?
You should only be using tampons during menstruation or withdrawal bleeds - during full bleeding. Tampons absorb blood and vaginal moisture so result in the vaginal walls becoming ulcerated and split, with less blood the damage is more severe and this is not only uncomfortable but increases risk of TSS as damaged vaginal tissues gives TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS a direct route into the bloodstream. If you're not menstruating and use tampons then the tampon can cause more vaginal tissue damage and result in bleeding.
