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Tampons should be changed every 4-6 hours.
Regardless of the size or absorbency of the tampon they need to be changed regularly to reduce risks of vaginal infections like Bacterial Vaginosis and risk of Toxic shock syndrome (TSS).
If the tampon leaks sooner then change sooner, if it leaks within 1-2 hours it's safe to use the next absorbency up from what you're using. If the tampon is not saturated with blood after 4-6 hours then you need to use lower absorbency, if already using lowest absorbency then switch to pads.
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∙ 12y agoOne and a half weeks MAXIMUM. I'd say anything before a week you're completely safe but after you're in the danger zone.
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How long can you leave something in your vagina?
you shouldn't leave anything in your vagina . if you have something stuck in there then just put in two fingers and take it out. the only thing you should be leaving in there is a tampon, and then you should only ever leave it in for a few hours and change it because its unhygenic otherwise. and only use them on your period. hope this helps x
Can you go swimming when you're having your period?
yes you can go swimming when you have your period. If you want to do this then its best to use a tampon. Just find what type of tampon suits you and you should be fine.
When you wipe you have blood but when i put a tampon in theres nothing?
Well depending on how long your tampon has been in. When you first put the tampon in there should be no blood when you wipe, the tampon should absorb it up, after a few hours and depending on your flow, you might start to notice some blood when you wipe. When that happens you should probably change your tampon to avoid leaking or staining. Good Luck
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How can women protect themselves from getting toxic shock syndrome?
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.
How long do slender loris live for?
The slender loris has a life span of 12 to 15 years.
What shape bones are the tarsals?
These are the slender bones in the foot . The shape is closest to a slender drumstick.
Should i get checked out i don't know how long my tampon was in?
Whether you need to get checked out depends on how long you left a tampon for.If you only left a tampon a few hours longer than you were supposed to (you should change every 4-6 hours) then you're likely okay so just pop on a pad for the rest of your cycle and watch for symptoms of bacterial infections such as excessive bad smelling discharge. If you left a tampon in over a couple of days then you should consider getting checked out as chances are you will develop a vaginal infection. TSS is a risk but you'd likely have seen symptoms after a few hours.
Can a tampon get stuck on its own accord or does it have to be pushed somehow?
A tampon cannot really get stuck at all. A tampon can go no further than your vaginal canal, it can't be pushed any higher than that. As long as you are using a tampon and relaxed upon removal the tampon will come out.
Can you go swimming on your periord?
Swimming during your period is fine as long as you wear a tampon which should be changed before and after you go swimming
How long is a tampon?
A conventional tampon such as a rayon tampon like Tampax or a cotton tampon like Natracare is around an inch and a half long. A soft tampon like Beppy is only about an inch wide and a quarter of an inch deep. A sponge tampon size will vary depending on how heavy your flow, but often is around the size of a golf ball. A cloth tampon size will vary depending on how long it is made.
How can you get a long slender neck?
Hang yourself!
