Is it normal to feel a little discomfort when you use a tampon for the first time?

Answer 1

Yes sometimes.

But you'll get used to it.

The first times you use a tampon can hurt but its completely normal.

When i started using tampons the first one was a nightmare but now I've used tampons for 2 months and i cant feel a thing.

Hope i could help

Answer 2

No, it shouldn't be painful to use tampons for the first time.

Your vagina is the same before using tampons as it is after using tampons, there's nothing that changes to mean tampons would cause pain the first time you use them but then be fine after that. Tampons can hurt if you don't use them correctly: using too high an absorbency, not relaxing enough during insertion, pushing into a vaginal wall rather than through the vaginal canal, or not inserting high enough. Tampons can also hurt if they push into your cervix, they can increase cramps, and rayon tampons contain various ingredients that can cause irritation or allergic reaction.

Answer 3

Putting a tampon is very tricky, and yes, it can hurt if its not all the way in. Other times when it can hurt is if your flow isn't heavy enough, or (since your body isn't used to tampons yet), just it generally being there if you used one that is too big. Since you've never used one before, I suggest asking your mom or sister or a friend who knows what she's doing to help. Its also easier to start with the "slim" ones, with a plastic applicator. When I first started, I found it easier to 'squat' over the toilet, with your legs on either side of it. This openes up that area. Then, when you push the applicator in, push it all the way in so that your fingsers (which should be on the grip) touch your body. Then, with one finger, push the back of it to push the actual tampon in. If its all the way in, you shouldn't feel it in you. If you can, pull it out and try again, its not all the way in. It takes a while to get it right, but after you've got it, you can try other kind to see which ones work best for you.

Answer 4

Well, I just inserted one today and it hurt for about three minutes but after awhile i didn't feel it at all. So, at first maybe...depends on what kind you use and if your still a virgin and never stuck anything up there.

Actually no they are not really supposed to hurt. If they do then just take it out and try again or adjust it with your fingers. It might hurt if you didn't put the tampon in far enough or if this is your first time I recommend that you use Tampax Pearls and the smallest size because you might be using one that your body isn't comfortable with. It has nothing to do with if your a virgin or not.

Answer 5

If you are a virgin, it might. I don't want to lie. I tried it not to long ago for the first time and I'm a virgin. I definatly won't be trying again any time soon!

(Different answer):

Actually, i'm a virgin and i put in a tampon for the first time today, and i was really scared. i tried it a few months ago and it hurt since i didn't use it the right way. but as it turns out, it didn't hurt much today when i used the tampon correctly. i'd kind of describe it more as uncomfortable than painful. once it's in you can barely feel it there, and if it's in correctly it shouldn't hurt. just make sure you know how to use one before trying it. if it does hurt you, just take it out and try again, or try to push it up farther (i heard that sometimes it may hurt if the tampon isn't in far enough). but i guess it could depend on the person. just make sure you use a lite or regular tampon the first time you use one. relax and you'll be fine :)

Answer 6

There's no reason why a tampon would hurt the first time specifically as long as you use it correctly. Tampons can hurt if you use too high an absorbency or if you're tense during insertion so just be sure to relax and use a little lubricant if needed. If it hurts as you move or sit down after insertion then it's not high enough, just push it in further and know to insert higher next time.

Answer 7

It's normal for there to be a little discomfort when first using tampons because tampons in general are not very comfortable as they dry-out the vagina and can increase cramps. There shouldn't be any pain from tampon use as long as you are using the correctly and were relaxed during insertion. If you feel any pain when moving about or sitting then it means the tampon isn't inserted high enough.

Answer 8

There's little reason why using a tampon would hurt the first time specifically - nothing about your body changes from using a tampon the first time to using tampons regularly that would mean it'd hurt first time but not the times afterwards. As long as you're using tampons correctly, such as by using lowest absorbency and relaxing during insertion, they shouldn't cause you any pain. Know that if you do start to feel discomfort you can stop before you get to a point where it really hurts at all.

Answer 9

Tampon use shouldn't hurt you at all - the first time or not makes little difference, as long as you're relaxed and using them correctly. For the record whether you're a virgin or not makes no difference to this either, a virgin is no different physically to someone who has had sex. If you're tense this is most likely going to cause pain as when tense your vaginal muscles will tense causing the vaginal canal to tighten, thus narrower space to try to insert a tampon - if you then use force to try to put the tampon in it's going to cause pain.

Answer 10

No, tampons are not supposed to hurt - if it hurts it means something is wrong.

It can hurt if you're tense, as when you're tense vaginal muscles tense causing vaginal walls to clench together - make sure you're relaxed prior to inserting. Also make sure you use lowest absorbency for your flow, ideally use cotton tampons as they're hypoallergenic, and use lubrication if needed.