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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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Is the whole tampon supposed to go in?

Yes, the whole tampon is supposed to go into your vagina.

You can't leave some of the tampon hanging out, apart from the fact that it'd not be able to do the job properly if not inserted correctly but it'd be very uncomfortable. When inserted fully you can't feel the tampon, although if you're using tampons with a string that should still be outside your body.

Is it safe to wear tampons when you gave birth 2 months ago?

Yes, you can wear tampons if you gave birth two months ago. You can resume all normal activities as long as you're comfortable.

Can a girl get please by putting in a tampon?

Yes, I guess technically you can because it is going up your vagina but you shouldn't use tampons unless you have your period

Can continuous use of tampons cause vaginitis?

There's no such thing as a safe tampon - there are always health risks due to effect on the vagina, they're self-tested and self-regulated so there are health concerns with commercial brands too.

Tampons dry-out vaginal tissues causing splitting and ulceration which can contribute to vaginitis, they allow bacterial growth while preventing vaginal cleaning so increase risks of vaginal infections, and commercial tampons may contain hundreds of chemicals that could cause irritation.


If using tampons over safer options like pads or cups it's important to only use them during your period, change regularly, do not use with light flow or overnight, also alternate with pads to allow your vagina a chance to heal and clean itself after tampon use. Ideally use organic cotton tampons.


Do cardboard tampons hurt?

Yes it's terrible. I am not alowed to use tampons so I secretly got them from a machine and friends but if course cardboard. It rubs against your skin and the cotton always comes out and u wasted a tampon stick to plastic all the way maby cardboard after u get used to tampons good luck

What is the difference between a sport tampon and a regular tampon?

Sport tampons open in a cylinder shape and open all around when inside you where as a regular tampon is one that opens only width wise. Sport tampons tend to leak very very little where as normal ones leak quite frequently :)

Can you move your bowels if you have a tampon in?

Yes, you can make bowel movements when you're wearing a tampon.

A tampon goes into your vaginal canal and your bowel movements leave your body via your anus, they are two different canals so a tampon in the vagina is unlikely to cause problems. Sometimes if a tampon is at an angle or expanded it can put a little pressure on the anus which can sometimes make bowel movements a little more difficult, but if it is a problem just remove the tampon.


It is a good idea to make sure your tampon string (if using tampons with strings) are out of the way, otherwise you're going to get poop on the tampon string which is very unhygienic.

Can girls put tampons on other girls?

Yes but it would seem an unlikely situation.

Are the inside of tampons flushable?

No, no part of a tampon is flushable.

Tampons are typically made from cotton or rayon which doesn't break-down in water like toilet paper or human waste, instead these expand in water up to 10 times their original size so can cause blockages in toilets or further-up the system. In your property flushing tampons could cost a big plumbing bill, but even if the tampon passes through your plumbing without incident further-up the sewage system sewage it could be a different story - workers have to manually unblock items like tampons to clear blockages, if not caught in time these blockages can lead to pipes bursting flooding the area with raw sewage - every year people flushing items down the toilet that they shouldn't costs water authorities billions.

Tampons can also bypass the sewage treatment plants, making their way into water systems - clogging-up rivers or washing-up on beaches, as well as an eyesore they pose a threat to wildlife as it can take many years for tampons to decompose.

Tampon companies often claim their products are flushable to make them seem more convenient - tampon companies are self-regulated so make up their own rules with no one to stop them, as long as a tampon passes a Brunelle Flushability Test (tampon passes u-bend in a toilet set-up in a laboratory) it can be called 'flushable'. All tampons should be wrapped-up in toilet paper and placed in bins or sanitary disposal units in the bathroom.

Brown spots on tampon?

If you remove a tampon and it has brown spots then it is likely old blood, normal when your period is light as it takes time for the blood to leave your body and it goes brown. If your period is light then you should not be using tampons at all, only use tampons with full flow. If the tampon has brown spots before insertion then throw it out and check other tampons before using them.

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.

Should you wear a tampon when receiving a massage though your period is not on?

No, tampons should only be used when you're on your period. Never use when not menstruating as this will be uncomfortable and potentially increase your risk of contracting Toxic Shock Syndrome. There's absolutely no reason to use tampons when not on your period, having a massage makes no difference: there's no reason why you should need to use tampons while having a massage.

How can a tampon break a lumen and make a girl not virgin?

It cant do that because it doesn't have the parts that a man has to make a baby

Why do people were tampons?

People wear tampons as a means of managing menstrual flow during their periods. Some people use pads, some people use tampons, some people use menstrual cups, and some people use nothing. People wear tampons because that is simply their preferred method to deal with menstrual flow.

How often should you change you're tampon if your swimming?

Reason: If You Go Any Longer Then That, The Blood From The Tampon Will Get Soggy And Leak Out Into The Pool.

How do you put a tampon in if you are a boy?

You can only use a tampon if you're menstruating - if you're a boy you may menstruate, but only if you have a uterus and vagina (e.g. if you're a trans boy). If you're a cis boy then there's absolutely no reason for you to be using tampons and nowhere for you to put a tampon as you don't have a vagina. So in short, if you are a boy you do not put a tampon in at all.

Which way do you push the tampon?

You push the tampon up towards the small of your back, which is the direction the vaginal canal curves - if you insert your finger vaginally you will feel how the vaginal canal curves slightly.

If using applicator tampons it can be hard to get the angle correct, try non-applicator tampons because these allow you to feel for resistance to guide the tampon into place more easily. Remember that if you're tense vaginal muscles will tense causing the vaginal walls to close together so making the vaginal canal narrower, relax and if it starts to hurt stop then try re-angling.

What if your hymen is thick and you cant get a tampon in will it stretch or can you get rid of it if so how?

The hymen will stretch - stretch using fingers or clean smooth items suitable for vaginal infection, don't use tampons to stretch the hymen as tampons are rough and drying so will cause irritation when used for this purpose. Use coconut oil or olive oil as a lubricant and to help prevent damage.

If you cannot stretch the hymen yourself you may need a doctor to surgically remove your hymen.

Why do i have sharp pains when my tampon is in?

This is probably because it's in crooked or it's not in far enough. When a tampon is properly inserted, you shouldn't feel it at all. If it hurts or is uncomfortable, pull it out and try again with a new one.

Do employers have to provide tampons?

No, tampons are considered a luxary item (women may prefer to use tampons but they are actually not necissary) thus employers are in no way obliged to provide their female employees with tampons, nor do they have to supply any other menstrual product like menstrual pads or menstrual cups.

What if i don't have a tampon in but it fells like i do?

If it is right after you have one in, or if you are new to using them it is normal to feel that way

Can a tampon be mistaken for a calcified fibroid?

No, a tampon can't be mistaken for a calcified fibroid. A tampon would be in the vagina - it can't make its way to the uterus. It doesn't have the same texture/appearance on ultrasound as a calcified fibroid, either.

What happens if i forgot a tampon inside of me and put another one in but didn't realize it how would i get it out?

You would simply remove the tampon as you would normally. Your vagina is not a bottomless pit, the tampon can go no further than your vaginal canal. Just remove as you would normally and don't use another tampon for at LEAST 8 hours to allow your vagina time to clean itself.