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Tampons account forapproximately75% of all TSS cases, according to Dr. Patrick Schlievert (TSS expect and professor at University of Minnesota) and Dr. Philip Tierno (TSS expert and professor at New York University School of Medicine) TSS occurs in 1 in 700 women during the lifetime.
TSS was first brought to public attention in 1978 in association with Rely tampons, a brand of tampon made from super-absorbentcarboxymethylcellulose and compressed beads of polyester, these materials and the fact women didn't know how to use tampons safely meant there was a large outbreak of TSS. Although today these materials and banned and instructions for correct use are given on tampon packs, manufacturers still use materials such as rayon which increase risk of TSS, and instructions on pack are outdated with advice such as to use tampons for 8 hours max which is too long. Many women today also knowingly misuse tampons due to ignorance about TSS or because they no longer view TSS as a risk - thus TSS is on the increase.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 8y agoTampons are still likely to cause Toxic Shock Syndrome, just not as much as in the 70's/80's.Tampons still encourage bacterial growth while preventing vaginal cleaning and damaging tissues.
Tampons are still made from highly absorbent chemically treated materials that increase TSS risks.
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Who is most likely to get toxic shock syndrome?
Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.
What birth control method carries the risk of toxic shock syndrome?
I only know that tampons can cause this.
What stimulus would most likely cause Post operative shock?
neurogenic shock
Who often got TSS?
Women using super-absorbent tampons during menstruation were found to be most likely to get toxic shock syndrome.
Will over shock of pool cause it to turn green?
Not likely
Can tampons cause vaginal scratches?
Yes, tampons do cause vaginal tissue damage.Tampons are dry and absorbent, they don't just absorb blood but also absorb vaginal moisture needed to keep the vaginal tissues lubricated and protected from damage. Tampons can thus cause splitting and ulceration, especially if using too high an absorbency and rayon tampons increase damage as it's rougher and more aggressively absorbent.Rayon is used on commercial tampons such as Tampax, Playtex, and Kotex, which is why these brands are more likely to cause Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), these tears give bacterial toxins responsible for TSS direct access to the bloodstream.
Toxic shock syndrome has been associated with the use of?
Tampons
What injury would most likely cause obstructive shock?
Cardiac tamponade
Is it normal to use about 7 tampons a day?
Tampons can cause toxic shock syndrome, which is waaay dangerous. While it is important to change tampons frequently, they should also be switched out with pads when possible. Also, you might consider using a different "strength". I keep an array of tampons in what my fiance calls the "Lady Business Drawer". It's unhealthy to overuse tampons, so finding the perfect kind means buying all kinds. Remember, use lighter tampons on lighter days, and ONLY use heavy ones when totally necessary. And keep switching them out with pads, which are kinda icky, but are also beneficial in preventing toxic shock.
Can tampons stop you from having babies?
Tampons wouldn't affect a baby during pregnancy, but there is absolutely no reason why a woman should be using tampons while she is pregnant - tampons should only be used during menstruation, even if experiencing bleeding during pregnancy it is not safe to use tampons as you don't know the blood loss to know what absorbency to use. Misusing tampons this way can increase risk of vaginal infections and toxic shock syndrome - the latter would potentially cause serious harm to the baby.
Pain when inserting tampon not the applicator?
Tampons are dry and absorbent so will cause friction against delicate vaginal mucosa during insertion - especially if using commercial tampons such as Tampax, Playtex, Kotex, etc. as these are made from bleached chemically-treated rayon so rougher and may cause irritation.Absorbency is a factor too, if using too high an absorbency or your flow isn't heavy enough for tampons the lack of lubrication will cause discomfort - too high an absorbency also increases risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome. If using correct absorbency but still feeling discomfort try organic tampons, soft tampons, or sponge tampons, also consider menstrual cups or softcups.
Can toxic shock syndrome be prevented?
Women who wear tampons should change them often and use different brands and types of pads and tampons. If a woman really prefers tampons, experts recommend using the lowest possible absorbency product
