Should I use a tampon

Answer 1

The choice of female menstural aids is ultimately up to the person (woman) needing that aid. Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) was a real problem in the '80s because tampon manufacturers weren't aware that the polysynthetic blends used to form the tampon (French, loosely translated to mean "stop") allowed for the growth of detrimental bacteria. Rayon and Nylon rapidly adsorbed the excess blood produced during menstruation, but they also had the potential of harboring dangerous bacteria as a result of the oxygen-starved atmosphere they created. Brethable linings in sports gear and feminine hygene products is a plus; TSS incidence has plummeted since the reintroduction of the all-cotton tampon. It absorbs the bloody bits, yet still allows for some degree of airflow. Even so, however, a tampon should not be worn for more than 8 hours...just to be safe. Discuss your concerns with a trusted female fiend/relative.

Answer 2

Tampons are absorbent, they thus absorb vaginal moisture which is vital in keeping vaginal tissues moist and protected - tampons thus dry-out vaginal tissues causing splitting and ulceration, allowing bacteria and bacterial toxins into the bloodstream. This poses significant risk of TSS.

Answer 3

Yes.

The first day or so of menstruation the bleeding is often too light to use tampons - with less blood tampons absorb more vaginal fluids so dry-out vaginal tissues leading to damage that allows TSST-1 toxins responsible for TSS a more direct route into your bloodstream. If you are talking about a girls first ever period then this is all the more true as first periods are likely to be light, also a girl will not know her pattern of bleeding to know what absorbency to use so may use too high an absorbency for her flow, so higher risk of TSS.

Answer 4

Whether you wear tampons or not is up to you - you can use tampons, pads, cups or other options.

For the record on the subject of TSS: manufacturers in the 1980's were well aware that their tampons were causing TSS and other life-threatening health problems but continued to sell until the government stepped in, even today companies continue to use rayon and harmful manufacturing. TSS is still a risk, especially with rayon tampons such as Tampax, Playtex, and Kotex - the only tampons that are all-cotton are those that specifically state they are 100% organic cotton. Tampons also pose risks of vaginal infections, increased cramps, and toxins in rayon tampons pose long-term health risks, so make sure you understand the risks and how to use tampons correctly to reduce the health risks.

Answer 5

No, it's not a problem at all if you can't use tampons.

If you can't use internal menstrual products at all then you can still use options such as menstrual pads, period underwear, interlabial pads, menstrual release, and free bleeding. If it is tampons specifically that you struggle with then you may still be able to use other internal options such as menstrual sponges, menstrual cups, diaphragms, or softcups. You can use whatever you feel comfortable with and whatever works for your lifestyle, no one needs to use tampons.

Answer 6

Tampons will dry-out the vagina causing small tears - without enough menstrual flow, or with no menstrual flow in this case, tampons will cause more damage to the vaginal walls. These tears allow bacterial toxins into the bloodstream which increases the risks of contracting Toxic Shock Syndrome, which is potentially fatal. Tears in the vaginal walls are also uncomfortable, inserting or removing tampons will cause discomfort. There is simply no reason to use tampons when not menstruating.

Answer 7

No, of course it's not bad that you don't use a tampon.

A lot of people prefer other options, and with options like menstrual cups which are better than tampons even a lot of tampon users are starting to switch over to other options. It's all about what is comfortable for you and what best suits your lifestyle or needs during menstruation.

Answer 8

No it's not. Many people don't use tampons. It just depends on whether they feel comfortable using one or not.

Answer 9

No it is not a problem. Many women prefer to use sanitary towels instead. They can be a lot easier than tampons.