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Pads are absorbent material that sit in the underwear to catch and absorb menstrual flow as it leaves the vagina during menstruation. Tampons are absorbent material that are inserted into the vagina to absorb menstrual flow before it leaves the body during menstruation. Tampons are internal so they can allow women to be more active, such as swimming, but they can lead to Toxic Shock Syndrome.
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Does a pads and tampon look alike?
Answers.com does not allow users to post photos, if you want to know what pads and tampons look like search via Google. Tampons and pads don't look alike, one is external and flat whereas the other is normally cylindrical and internal, they look and work differently.
Do Amish women where tampons or pads?
Pads.
How do you feel comfortable with period without tampon?
One option would be to use menstrual cups. Menstrual cups are internal like tampons but safer and more hygienic so can be worn for 12 hours, including with any flow and overnight without need to alternate with pads. Cups are more comfortable than tampons or pads and don't leak like tampons or pads.
Are tampons cheaper than pads?
They're CLEANER - wearing a pad is like wearing a diaper! * Tampons are not cleaner, the opposite is true, and only disposable pads feel like diapers. also you can get TSS from tampons which obviously isnt healthy :P
What should you use towels or tampons when you are having a period?
You can use whatever you want to during your period, there are many options...Commercial tampons e.g. TampaxOrganic tampons e.g. EmeritaSoft tampons e.g. BeppySponge tampons e.g. J&PCloth tamponsInterlabial pads e,g, LabinniCommercial pads e.g. AlwaysOrganic pads e.g. NatracareCloth pads e.g. LunapadsPeriod belts e.g. Reddy'sPeriod underwear e.g. ThinxSilicone menstrual cup e.g. DivacupRubber menstrual cup e.g. KeeperTPE menstrual cup e.g. MeLunaDisposable softcup e.g. SoftcupReusable softcups e.g. SoftcupDiaphragm as menstrual cupFree-bleedingMenstrual releaseIt's best to start with pads, then if you want to use internal options menstrual cups are a better option than tampons as they're much safer and more hygienic than tampons. Menstrual cups are also more convenient than tampons or pads as they can be worn for up to 12 hours with any flow and at any time without needing to alternate with pads as you would with tampons, menstrual cups also don't leak like tampons or pads. Look into all your options to see what you think will work for you.
Are tampons and pads FSA eligible for purchase?
Yes, tampons and pads are FSA (Flexible Spending Account) eligible for purchase.
Do you where tampons or pads when your doing long activities?
You have more options than tampons and pads, you can use menstrual cups and softcups which can be worn for up to 12 hours (tampons and pads need to be changed after 4-6 hours or sooner if full), also they don't leak so more convenient than tampons or pads. If using tampons and pads you may want to use both so that the pads can act as back-up if your tampon leaks before you can get to the bathroom. Otherwise use as you would normally and just make sure to change often so it doesn't leak.
Do pads and tampons contain chemicals that can potentially increase menstrual bleeding?
No, pads and tampons do not contain chemicals that can potentially increase menstrual bleeding.
Which is better tampons or pads?
The choice as to whether tampons or pads are better is a personal one. Some people find tampons more convenient, and some prefer pads. There is no health reason to use either unless you have previously had toxic shock, or are in a situation where hand washing or other hygiene aspects are difficult, in which case pads would be preferable. Both can be used throughout the period.
What is the best brand of pads and tapons?
"Always"pads and "Tampax Pearl Tampons"
Are pads or tampons better?
they are both fine its what makes u more comfortable with i prefer tampons cause wen i wear pads it feels like im wearin a diaper. yeah i started with pads for like a year and then switched to tampons and i dont think i could go back :P
Do all girls have to wear tampons?
No, not all girls have to wear tampons and in fact there's little reason to use tampons when there are other options like pads or menstrual cups available. Girls often use tampons because they prefer them to pads and may not know that options like cups exist and can be much better than tampons. Some people cannot use menstrual cups so will use tampons when they need internal menstrual products.
