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No one knows for certain because the only people who really research tampons are the tampon companies themselves, and it's unlikely they'd carry out research that may make tampons seem problematic - in other words anecdotal evidence and knowledge of female anatomy suggests that tampons do increase cramps, and that's not something tampon companies would want to prove.
Tampons can expand into the cervix, especially if you have a shorter vaginal canal and if you use length-ways expanding tampons such as Tampax or Playtex. Tampons also absorb vaginal moisture and it's believed that in pulling moisture from the vagina they also pull at vaginal walls which may increase cramps. Some also attribute chemical ingredients in commercial tampons with cramps.
Yes they can. If you have just started having periods it is advise not to use tampons for the first few years. Make sure you change them often if you do. There is a bacterial infection that can be caused by not doing that and it will kill you.
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Why would someone feel sharp pains in their pelvic area while using tampons?
Tampons can increase menstrual cramps if they expand into your cervix - if you have a short vaginal canal and use lengthways expanding tampons this will be worse. Tampons also damage vaginal tissues, if using rayon tampons that are too high an absorbency they may cause tears.If you're sure tampons are the cause of this then use pads or cups instead, they're safer anyway.
Is there scent to a tampon the gets rid of cramps?
No, and this question makes no sense.Menstrual cramps are a result of hormone-like chemicals that cause the uterus to contract in order to shed uterine lining during menstruation, if these are too high in number they cause the blood vessels in the uterus to contract and reduce blood flow so cutting off oxygen to muscle.Tampons can't get rid of menstrual cramps, if anything tampons can make menstrual cramps worse by expanding into the cervix which is already sensitive due to menstruation. Certainly scent has nothing to do with menstrual cramps and scented tampons pose a health risk.
Does wearing tampons always cause gas pains?
More than likely, they are increased menstrual cramps rather than gas pains. Tampons commonly increase menstrual cramps as they can expand into your cervix which is already sensitive during menstruation, and by absorbing vaginal moisture they can 'tug' on vaginal walls adding to cramps too. If this happens often consider options like menstrual cups or softcups which can reduce cramps and are more comfortable than tampons.
You just started your period today and have cramps and you used a tampon is it bad?
Menstrual cramps are common but they are not normal - most people can prevent menstrual cramps with lifestyle changes, but if severe you should talk to your doctor about finding the cause. Tampons can increase menstrual cramps as they can expand into the cervix. You may be better using menstrual cups, softcups, or pads if you find tampons increase your menstrual cramps.
How do you get rid of cramps on periods without medications?
Try relaxing don't panic because that will make it worse
How do you get rid of diarrhea cramps?
i don't really know how to get rid of the cramps Ive got the cramps right now, all i can say is don't ever have paracetamol it will just make the cramps worse mostly if you haven't ate anything hope you get better ; )
Does smoking while on your period make you cramp worse?
Women that smoke are more likely to get cramps so I'm pretty sure that if you smoke during your cramping it can make it worse well at least it does for me
What factory makes tampons?
There is no one factory that makes tampons. There are multiple factories all over the world that not only make tampons but also that make the rayon fleece used to make tampons or process the cotton used in tampons.
Do worse cramps cause worse labor pains?
It is hard to measure the relationship of cramps to labor pains since both can be very intense and vary from woman to woman.
Is chocolate good for menstrual cramps?
No, chocolate isn't good for menstrual cramps - on the one hand caffeine in chocolate can make menstrual cramps worse for some people, on the other hand it makes you happy so more relaxed which helps with cramps. If you experience menstrual cramps it's best to prevent cramps, and although dietary changes can reduce cramps chocolate has no impact on menstrual cramps.
Had your period 2 weeks ago thick brown discharge with a little blood when you put a tampon in back pain a stomach cramps im 49 years of age?
If your flow was light like this then you shouldn't have been using tampons - without sufficient flow tampons will have more of a drying effect which can cause discomfort, increased cramps, and puts you at higher risk of toxic shock syndrome. The back pain and cramps may very well be normal menstrual cramps, or increased cramps as a result of tampon misuse, but there may be another problem - if this continues talk to your doctor so they can investigate to make sure everything is okay.
Do period cramps increase with age?
The reason why your cramps get worse as you get older is most likely due to the shifting of hormone levels in the body. Not all women find that their menstrual cramps worsen with age and some forms of contraception can actually make cramps lessen or disappear.
