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It's recommended that pre-teens and teens don't use tampons - the reason is that the younger you are the less likely it is that you have antibodies to TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS so are at higher risk. Younger women are also often less capable of making an educated decision about high-risk items like tampons and may not be responsible enough to use tampons correctly.
It is best to use pads at first, and if a girl wants to use something internal she should consider safer options like menstrual cups or softcups - these pose no health risks like TSS or infections, also more convenient and reliable.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoYes its perfectly normal to use tampons. Playtex even says its safe to use tampons as soon as you stat your period. But you should be aware of tss (Toxic shock syndrome) witch as long as you change your tampon regularly you should be fine.
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∙ 8y agoIt's not too young, but tampons are not recommended at this age.
Tampons pose multiple health risks, one of which is Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) which is more of a risk to younger women as they're less likely to have antibodies to the bacterial toxins responsible for TSS. Younger women are often not responsible enough to learn about tampon risks and follow precautions to reduce health risks with tampon use, which also means higher risk of TSS and other risks.
It's recommended younger women use pads, and if they want to use internal options to consider menstrual cups which are safer and more convenient so make menstruation easier for young women.
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∙ 8y agoNo, tampons are not recommended to younger women due to higher risks of TSS.
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is a much greater risk to someone who is only 13 years old because they are less likely to have antibodies to the bacterial toxins that cause TSS, also their vaginal tissues may be more sensitive so more likely to tear as a result of tampon use. Furthermore a 13 year old may not be responsible enough to follow precautions in order to reduce their risks from tampon use.
Pads or options like menstrual cups are far better options, especially for teens.
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∙ 8y agoTampons are not recommended to teens, even if you're responsible enough to understand risks and follow precautions, this is because you're at higher risk of TSS as you're less likely to have TSST-1 antibodies. It's also not recommended to use tampons for the first six cycles as your flow pattern will be unpredictable so you won't know what absorbency to use safely. It's best to use pads at first, if you want to use internal options consider menstrual cups which are safe to use in teens and from first period.
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∙ 14y agoNo
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Can a year old use a tampon?
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If you are a 12 year old [cis] boy then you do not have a vagina to insert a tampon, nor do you have a uterus to menstruate, thus you cannot try tampons.
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How do you use a tamopn?
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Will using a tampon after sex to avoid the wet feeling stop pregnancy?
No. The sperm which will get you pregnant is too far inside of you to be effected by a tampon. It will, however, stop the wet feeling. It is not a good idea to use a tampon for anything except a period as it will dry you out too much and may cause toxic shock syndrome. If you are wet use a pantie pad.
What do i do when I'm on a period?
You buy a pad or tampon and use it, try to stay away from cold drinks and spicy food as they cause cramps in some people. Oh and wear a tampon if you plan to swim. Good Luck!
What happens if i use a tampon before my period starts?
Not a good idea. Tampons can cause a bacterial infection called toxic shock. It can kill you. Even on your period you need to be careful of wearing a tampon too long.
