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Tampons
Tampons are made of an absorbent material, such as cotton, and are inserted into the vagina to absorb the menstrual flow. They come in various different absorbency, including light, medium and heavy flow.
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You don't think you have a cherry because it hasn't popped but you use a tampon is that bad?
A "cherry" isn't really a ball or round bump (though many people think it is)... it's actually the small ring of skin surrounding the vagina. Using a tampon doesn't usually tear or "pop" it, but it usually just slides right through the hole in your hymen (that's the real name for a "cherry"). The usual way a hymen breaks is during your first sexual intercourse, but some girls accidently tear it with a tampon... don't worry!
Why wont your tampon soak up your period blood?
Tampons should soak menstrual flow as long as you are using them correctly. If your tampons are leaking then you may need a higher absorbency than you're currently using.
Remember if you use a higher absorbency then use a lower absorbency as your flow gets lower too.
How do you use a tampon or pad?
Hold the tampon with the thumb and middle finger the rounded end facing the vagina. If using applicator tampons then place the front half of the applicator directly into the vagina until your fingers touch your skin. Then use the first finger to gently insert or push the center of the applicator into the outer tube of the applicator. Pull back on the applicator with your fingers to remove. The tampon remains inserted with a string hanging on the outside. If using non-applicator tampons then place the rounded end of the tampon directly into the vagina, then use your first finger to gently insert or push the tampon into the vagina as far as it will go, aiming towards the small of your back, the tampon is in place with a string hanging down.
Don't be scared to touch your vagina, both it and menstrual flow is very clean, it's yours so no reason to fear touching that area. Push as far as it will go comfortably --- you will feel a resistance when it hits your back vaginal wall, which means you have pushed it all the way into your vagina and into the correct position. If the tampon feels uncomfortable, it's not in far enough. If it is uncomfortable push it in a little farther, or take it out and try again with a new tampon. If you are nervous and clench your muscles you won't be able to get the tampon into the right position.
Remember a tampon will not get stuck inside you, and it can not get lost inside your body. You can easily pull it out with the string, or with your fingers if there is no string attached. If the string does break and you can't get it out with your fingers, you will have to see a doctor right away.
Remove the tampon after 4-6 hours. Realize that if you feel some resistance when removing the tampon, it usually is because it is dry and can still absorb more menstrual flow. In this case switch to a lighter absorbency next time you insert a tampon. When you first start using tampons, you won't know when it's ready to be taken out. In a few days, take it out by pulling gently on the string with your muscles relaxed. Soon you'll get to where you can feel the difference between one that's full and one that isn't. After removing a tampon you should use a pad, this gives your vagina a chance to clean out the bacteria within the vagina caused by the tampon so lessens risk of TSS and infections.
Tampons and tampon applicators are not flush-able!
They can clog the toilet or the pipes further down the system. Some tampons can even make it through the sewage into the sea and washing up on beaches. Always wrap up your used tampon and dispose in the bin (most public toilets have toilets near the toilet for this reason).
What is better a tampon or a pad?
It's a matter of opinion which is better between tampons and pads - although when you're using tampons you still have to use pads, also there are other options like menstrual cups and softcups.
Pads are a lot simpler than tampons and don't have health risks like Toxic Shock Syndrome like tampons. Tampons are internal so more discreet but have various health risks which means they're also inconvenient as there are a lot of precautions you have to follow, including still using pads.
Tampons bend a little bit and if your hands are positioned the "wrong way" sometimes it does feel like its going in sideways. Yes, probably every woman has done this. Also, if this happens, its possible your flow isn't heavy enough to be using a tampon. If you continue to use tampons and experience pain, however, please stop using them and contact a health professional.
Menstrual cycle you use two tampons in one hour you feel weak and dizzy and nauseas what do you do?
If your flow is so heavy that you're going through super or ultra absorbency tampons within an hour then you need to talk to your doctor at some point. If bleeding is very heavy and you're also feeling weak then you're losing too much blood and should consider seeking immediate medical attention. If you're young then tell your guardians what is happening and they can help determine best course of action.
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I want to put one in on the day just in case i get it because if i get into the water and then it happenss i would be soo emarressdd, i cant use a pad and go swimming soo....am i allowed to put it in?.. What else could i do i i cant?.
Women in Japan dispose of their used tampons and pads just like women elsehwere in the world - wrap-up in old wrapper, toilet paper, or disposable bags then throw in the bin. They don't use a special way of folding the toilet paper...there is no tampon disposal origami paper crane type situation going on.
Yes, Lidl do sell tampons however they only sell rayon tampons.
What happens if you soak your tampon in Alcohol before sticking it in your vaginia?
Oh you don't want to do that. It is dangerous and that is not the location for alcohol. Tampons only need to be worn when on a period and changed regularly because bacteria builds up that can kill you.
You put in a tampon before your period and blood came out?
You were expecting your period and you got IT before IT got you!
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Let me see here, even if this is to personal and maybe knowing you are teenager? I will give you what I know. When you said "stayfree" are you talking about women's menstrual period? We do have that brand of pad when we use during our monthly period. But if this is not what your talking about, the Supervisor will delete my answer or even flag it. In my own opinion, that is..
Yes, tampon is fully edible only if you are not a human being!
Is it ok to wear tampons when you have knee replacements?
Yes, I'm not sure what makes you think it wouldn't be okay. Having knee surgery doesn't have any effect on whether or not you can use tampons.
Can you try a tampon without your period?
Why would you do that? Don't use a tampon unless you need one. Tampons carry risks and one of them is a bacterial infection that can kill you. Leaving a tampon in too long causes the bacteria to build up and it can reach your blood stream killing you or it could affect your having a baby later because of the infection reaching your ovaries or Fallopian tubes. If there is no need to wear one DON"T USE IT. Actually, doctors today tell young girls not to use them until they are much older.
What size tampons should a 14 year old girl wear?
Tampons don't come in different sizes but in different absorbencies, your age doesn't effect what absorbency you should be using. You use the lowest absorbency for your flow and change absorbency throughout your period to match that flow: start with lowest absorbency, if they leak within 1-2 hours it's safe to use next absorbency up but if not saturated with blood after 4-6 hours use lower absorbency or switch back to pads if flow is too light for tampons.
At 14 years old tampons aren't recommended, it's best to use pads or menstrual cups, but if you do use tampons it's really important you understand the risks and precautions to follow to reduce risks.
Possibly, so be sure to check in with your doctor. If you have missed doses and made them up, and/or this is a new prescription, it would be worthwhile to have them look at you.
Can you use tampons if you are not sexually active?
Yes, you can use tampons if you are not sexually active.
Being sexually active means engaging in sexual activities that would potentially put you at risk from STD's and unintended pregnancy, that has no relation to whether or not you can use tampons. The idea that virgins cannot use tampons is false because there is absolutely no difference between the vagina of someone who is a virgin and that of someone who has had sex, sex doesn't change the vagina.
There are no ill effects from using a tampon for bleeding from miscarriage, whether or not you knew you were pregnant. You can use tampons or pads for this bleeding. If bleeding is extremely heavy, pads may be easier.
How can you easily insert a tampon?
Firstly make sure that you're using the correct absorbency for your flow, always use lowest absorbency and ideally use during full flow, also try cotton tampons which aren't as rough as rayon tampons - another option is soft or sponge tampons which are squishy and moistened before use.
Try to masturbate before insertion, when aroused the vagina relaxes, lubricates, opens, and increases in size (to avoid pain or damage during sex) so it can make tampon insertion easier. You can also use lubrication on the tampons like KY Jelly or olive oil to make insertion easier too.
If you are not a virgin. (I pray to God you are.) Then go ahead and knock yourself out. But if not, you may be breaking your hymen, and that will cause pain.
I disagree with this answer. Of course you can try tampons and they come in a variety of different sizes, and they will not break your hymen. Just make sure you are relaxed and comfortable when applying the tampon(possibly buy the ones with applicators as they are easier to use) and remember to change it every few hours.
Is it easier to get Toxic Shock Syndrome with a pad or tampon?
TSS is primarily associated with tampons, not with pads.
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is an illness cause by bacterial toxins - certain strains of bacteria are allowed to multiply within the body or in contact with open wounds, toxins from the bacteria enter into the bloodstream and if you lack immunity it overwhelms the immune system.
TSS is associated with tampon use as tampons allow massive bacterial growth while preventing vaginal cleaning, tampons also damage vaginal tissues (more so if using rayon tampons, too high an absorbency, or using without sufficient flow) so give bacterial toxins a route into the bloodstream.
For you to contract TSS from using pads you'd have to have some sort of vaginal wound and have to be wearing pads for a long enough time to allow bacteria to multiply to unsafe levels, even then the pad isn't held close to the body so bacteria cannot be directly transferred from pad to any wound.
I would talk to a gynecologist about that, especially if it's been a while since your last pelvic exam. In the meantime, don't try any more tampons. If you really can't wear pads, consider getting a Divacup; some women have said their PMS cramps have lessened with it, so it may be kinder to you than a tampon would.
