Should you wear tampons for heavy discharge?

Answer 1

No. Tampon packets always say that tampons are only safe for use when you have your period. There would not be enough discharge to fill a tampon and this would increase your risk of TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome). For discharge, you would be better off using a pantyliner.

Answer 2

No - do not ever use tampons when not menstruating, with less or no blood tampons will absorb vaginal fluids vital in maintaining health of the vagina. Tampons dry-out vaginal tissues resulting in damage that allows TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS a more direct route into the body, so higher risk of TSS.

Answer 3

No, never use tampons when not menstruating.

Discharge is there for a reason, it flushes out bacteria and protects the vaginal walls - using tampons prevents discharge leaving your body and instead gives bacteria a place to multiply, tampons also will absorb discharge causing damage to vaginal walls. Using tampons when not menstruating will put you at risk of vaginal infections and significantly increase risk of contracting Toxic shock syndrome.

Answer 4

No, you shouldn't use tampons when you're not on your period as this is unsafe. Tampons damage vaginal tissues so without menstrual flow they will be more drying so cause more damage, and thus could lead to toxic shock syndrome. If you have heavy discharge you can use pads or liners, but it is an indication of a health problem like a vaginal infection so it's a good idea to see your doctor.