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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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Can implantation bleeding last 2 days and need a tampon?
Implantation bleeding can last anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days, but it is typically light and does not require a tampon. It is usually much lighter than a menstrual period, often described as spotting. If you find that you need a tampon, it may not be implantation bleeding and could be an early sign of your period or another issue. It's always best to consult a healthcare professional if you have concerns about unusual bleeding.
Can you go in a river with a tampon?
Yes, you can go into a river while using a tampon. Tampons are designed to absorb menstrual flow and can be worn during swimming or other water activities. Just ensure you change your tampon regularly to maintain hygiene and comfort. However, it's a good idea to bring extra supplies in case you need to change while outdoors.
How long should i wait to use a tampon and go swimming if i had my septate hymen cut yesterday at 4?
Bleeding is likely just your period continuing, you know better than us what is normal for your flow. If you left a tampon in for that long then you need to use pads for the rest of your period to allow your vagina a chance to clean-out bacterial overgrowth and restore normal pH. Watch for symptoms of vaginal infections and toxic shock syndrome to be on the safe side.
What is the best tampon with applicator available in Australia?
Cottons are hypo-allergenic organic cotton, as such they pose far lower risk of vaginal infections and TSS than bleached rayon tampons such as Tampax, also this means that Cottons do not contain dioxin.
If a tampon is removed and it smells bad what does that mean?
Vaginal scent is a result of bacteria within the vagina - the vagina is naturally acidic to maintain a healthy balance of 'good' and 'bad' bacteria, during menstruation the blood effects vaginal pH so causes imbalance in the 'good' and 'bad' bacteria, also blood is nutritious to bacteria.
Tampons can cause bad odour because they give bacteria the perfect environment to multiply upon and by keeping blood in contact with the vagina they have a larger effect on vaginal pH. Thus also why tampons are linked to TSS and commonly increase vaginal infections.
Is it wrong to put your girlfriends tampons in for her?
Yes?! She Can Do It For Herself. That's Sick!
Do you have to wear a tampon or pad to the beach if you get your period?
No, you have a few different sanitary products that you can use such as sanitary pads of varying types, tampons of varying types, sponges, softcups, and menstrual cups. When swimming menstrual cups are a better option than tampons as they can be worn safely for 12 hours with any flow, and don't leak like tampons.
What happens when you put a tampon in your mouth to stop your gum bleeding?
There is no harm in putting a tampon in your mouth to stop your gum from bleeding. If you're bleeding that much, an early appointment with your dentist would be wise.
What is the ordor you get from a tampon?
There are various types of bacteria naturally occurring within your vagina which are kept under control by a slightly acidic pH that helps kill 'bad' bacteria while helping 'good' bacteria to thrive, and discharge flushes out excess bacteria.
During menstruation the blood changes the pH, also menstrual blood is nutritious so bacteria can thrive within menstrual flow and react to blood differently to discharge. Tampons increase odour because they give bacteria the perfect place to multiply, they keep flow in contact with the vagina which effects pH, some tampons contain chemicals that can effect bacterial growth, and tampons prevent your vagina from cleaning itself.
No, this is unlikely to be implantation bleeding given how heavy it was. This was just an unusual flow pattern, it may be due to hormonal imbalance. If your flow pattern is irregular like this it's best not to use tampons in case your flow becomes too light to safely use tampons - use pads or cups instead.
Can sperm be transfered from washed hand to tampon and cause pregnancy?
No, this is not possible.
Sperm cannot survive for long outside of the body, if a woman has washed her hands then all the sperm has also been washed away so none would get on the tampon - let alone enough to then impregnate her, also during menstruation a woman is less likely to be fertile so pregnancy risks are a little lower than at other times of her cycle.
Would you notice a difference between your period and you just popping your cherry with a tampon?
You don't have a cherry and nothing pops - your hymen can be torn from tampon use but it's very uncommon as the hymen doesn't usually cover much of the vaginal opening and it is flexible so can stretch to allow items into the vagina without tearing.
You wouldn't be able to tell the difference between menstrual blood and bleeding from the hymen tearing - however bleeding from the hymen tearing is actually fairly uncommon. You could feel discomfort or a release in pressure once the tampon clears the vaginal opening if the hymen was in the way, or you could potentially see the tear if you compare the hymen before and after tampon use.
Can you practice using a tampon?
You practice using a tampon while using a tampon. You cannot use tampons when not menstruating, and you should not insert or remove tampons over and over within a short space of time - both will increase TSS risk.
Two questions in one. If your boyfriend's had was wet with sperm and he pushed that into you then yes you could get pregnant.
If this happened and you took plan b within 7 hours afterwards then it is highly doubful that you could get pregnant especially considering the other facters that you listed.
When ysing a tampon whil pushing it in dos it brake your vergen skin?
I assume you're asking it it will break your hymen - although the hymen has nothing at all to do with virginity. The hymen doesn't break, it can tear but normally only if penetration is rough or forced so as long as you're gentle it won't tear as it doesn't cover much of the vaginal opening and is flexible. If the hymen does tear it's no big deal, it's just a little piece of tissue with no purpose at all.
Why won't my tampon go in the second time?
It's impossible for us to tell you why your tampon won't go in without more information. It may be that your flow has lightened so not heavy enough for tampon use and causing too much friction to insert. It may be that you're tensed-up for some reason so you can't insert anything vaginally.
What angle are you suppose to insert a tampon at?
Angle the tampon towards the small of your back - the angle of your vaginal canal differs in different positions but aiming towards the small of your back will always ensure the tampon is at the correct angle. Feel for any resistance and re-adjust the angle slightly if you have any problems.
If you forgot a tampon inside you for 2 weeks should you see a doctor?
Yes, it would be a good idea to see a doctor after a tampon has been left this long. Tampons in general are a major cause of vaginal infections, having left a tampon for so long this would have had a major impact on vaginal flora. It is possible to be fine after this but it is a good idea to see your doctor to test for possible infections, not everyone can tell when they have an infection.
How do you ask your mom for a different type of tampon?
Mom, can I get a different type of tampon? Easy enough.
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I agree with the above answer. Remenber, your mum once went through pubity herself! So ask her, learn from her experience!
In most women the hymen doesn't cover much of the vaginal opening - often it's nothing more than a narrow cresent shaped piece of tissue on the back of the vaginal opening, thus often at most all that happens is that the tampon gets sutck behind the hymen and it just takes re-angling to remove the tampon.
If the hymen covers a little more of the vaginal opening then yes the expanded tampon may stretch the hymen - the hymen stretching is perfectly normal, it shouldn't cause any pain and doesn't mean anything.
What is best tampons or towels?
That comes down to personal choice, but generally speaking it's best to avoid commercial brands like Tampax, Playtex, Kotex, Always, etc. as these are made from synthetics and chemically treated - thus more likely to cause irritation, bad odour, vaginal infection, and toxic shock syndrome from tampons.
Cloth pads are the best option, all-in-one pads like Party In My Pants Pads are more comfortable but some people prefer insert style like Lunapads or Gladrags to add extra layers if needed. If you'd prefer disposable pads then organic brands like Cottons, Natracare, Emerita, or Maxim are best.
Tampons always pose risk so it's worth looking at safer options like menstrual cups or softcups. If using tampons you can use reusable sponge tampons like Sea Pearls which are more comfortable than disposable tampons, but if you want to use disposable tampons then use organic brands listed above.
Why is my tampon bending when i insert it?
maybe your not doing it right... try to relax and sit down on your toilet and try to insert it at an angle. Most women don't know where their vaginal opening is so when your not on your period try going to a mirror and see where it is or try to visualize it. Maybe use your fingers to navigate yourself thru and next time when your on your period since you were discovering your body and know where all these parts are at it will be easier to insert.
