You shouldn't be worried about pregnancy or STI/STD risk, you should however be worried about your complete lack of understanding about how conception occurs. Semen would have to get into your vagina, not on your pants, in order for you to fall pregnant and while you're on Birth Control even then pregnancy risk is minimal. Tampon or not, period or not, makes no difference here.
No,because the tampon was blocking it.
Yes, you can go swimming when on your period, it can help with the cramps. Also don't froget that you must wear a pad or tampon or else the water will turn red.
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.
Well, I would just want to get the hell outta there. Try to get a pad or tampon, or talk to someone you trust if you are too worried. If you're wearing something close fitting, might be best to use a tampon. If you're worried about inserting, try
There is no danger in swimming during your period. If you are worried about leakage you might want to use a tampon.
uhh.. wear a "heavy flow" tampon?
A Tampon.
I hope you are not wearing a tampon when not on a period. This is unhealthy and if you are just starting your period you should not be using a tampon until you are older. The tampon box gives written as well as a diagram of how to put in a tampon. Follow the directions and read the warnings. This is very important.
If you can still see the tampon once it's inserted then you've not inserted it far enougj. Remove the tampon and try again later, this time insert higher - it's best to use non-applicator tampon so you have better control over insertion.
Reason: If You Go Any Longer Then That, The Blood From The Tampon Will Get Soggy And Leak Out Into The Pool.
No, not neccessary. The tampon should be inside, beyond the urethra and not be affected, only the string and that should be OK for the next few hours.
You need to weAR A tampon. Or if your not sure if a tampon will protect you fully, wear a panty liner.
A pelvic exam can tell if there's a tampon in. As for imagery studies, an X-ray of the pelvis should show that as well. Advanced imaging studies will detect a tampon including CTs and MRIs.