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Toxic shock syndrome is always a tiny risk when using tampons, though this risk increases if you leave the tampon in for longer than you're supposed to. The general consensus is that around 8 hours is the longest you should leave a tampon in for. Toxic Shock Syndrome can come from leaving your tampon in a lot longer than this.
Some ways to protect yourself would be:
- Make sure you are keeping track of how long you have your tampon in, i.e. make sure it isn't TOO long.
- If your period is light enough, think about using more pads rather than tampons.
- Consider switching away from tampons altogether, whether to pads or even to menstrual cups, which are made of silicone and do not expose you to TSS.
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What is the scientific name for Toxic Shock Syndrome?
The scientific name for Toxic Shock Syndrome is "Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome" or "Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome" depending on the bacterium that causes it.
Does toxic shock syndrome still goes on in other countries?
Toxic Shock Syndrome occurs globally.Toxic Shock Syndrome is not restricted to only certain countries.
Why don't electric eels shock themselves?
Electric eels have special insulating tissues in their bodies that prevent the electric shock they produce from affecting themselves. These tissues protect the eels from being harmed by their own electrical discharges.
What is the abbreviation of toxic shock syndrome?
The abbreviation for Toxic Shock Syndrome is TSS. Abbreviation means a shortened form of a word or a phrase, often using the first letters of the words in the phrase; Toxic Shock Syndrome: TSS.
Do you always have a fever with toxic shock syndrome?
Yes, you will always have a fever with toxic shock syndrome. You will also have low blood pressure.
Why has the incidence of toxic shock syndrome declined?
Toxic shock syndrome most often occurs in menstruating women using highly absorbent tampons. The incidence of toxic shock syndrome has declined markedly since this type of tampon was withdrawn from the market.
Which organism causes toxic shock syndrome?
Toxic shock syndrome is commonly caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus. This bacterium produces toxins that can lead to the symptoms associated with toxic shock syndrome when it infects certain areas of the body, such as wounds or tampons.
Who is most likely to get toxic shock syndrome?
Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.
What infection can you from using a tampon?
You can get toxic shock syndrome.
Toxic shock syndrome has been associated with the use of?
Tampons
What were sandbags used for World War 1?
The military has used sand bags for many years to absorb shock and projectiles. Sand disipates energy so when a bullet hits it, the shock is spread out among all the grains and the bullet stops. Soldiers hide behind sandbags to protect themselves. Sandbags can also protect buildings from the shock wave of bombs.
What is the syndrome of high fever nausea diarrhea dizziness and rash?
Toxic shock syndrome is one answer, but there may be more.
