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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 tampons stop you from having babies?
Tampons wouldn't affect a baby during pregnancy, but there is absolutely no reason why a woman should be using tampons while she is pregnant - tampons should only be used during menstruation, even if experiencing bleeding during pregnancy it is not safe to use tampons as you don't know the blood loss to know what absorbency to use. Misusing tampons this way can increase risk of vaginal infections and toxic shock syndrome - the latter would potentially cause serious harm to the baby.
What if you used a tampon before you knew you were pregnant?
There is no harm in using tampons when you're pregnant, although pregnancy usually doesn't require tampons. Don't worry about it.
Can you swim if on your period and not use tampons?
Yes you can, but it is advizable to not swim in shark infested waters what i would says is when you are in the water you dont bleed but the second you get out it starts again so you dont have to wear tampons but when you get out go strait to the toilet
A bacterial infection related to the use of tampons is called?
Tampons significantly increase risk of this infection as they provide bacteria with the perfect environment to multiply, they keep menstrual flow in contact with the vagina where it can have a greater effect on pH, chemicals in many brands of tampons can effect pH, and tampons prevent vaginal cleaning.
Toxic Shock Syndrome is also associated with bacterial growth with tampon use, this is caused when certain bacteria overgrow and start producing TSST-1 toxins that overwhelm the immune system when they enter the body of a person without immunity. TSS is not a bacterial infection but an illness caused by bacterial toxins.
Are tampons bad for a 13 year old?
i would say no because when you put your tampons in ,it really hurts.And also when you pull it out it hurts more.Iwould suggest pads there more safer when i wore a tampon i didn't no when to change it.I only wear tapons when i go swimming .But i cry when i take it out.
Can you lie down when u are wearing a tampon?
Yes, of course you can lay down when you are wearing a tampon - just don't sleep with tampons in. There's no reason to think that you wouldn't be able to lay, sit, or stand-up wearing a tampon.
If you have problems laying down while using a tampon then you may not have inserted correctly.
Is it okay to wear a tampon on a heavy flow night?
No, you shouldn't wear a tampon overnight.
Tampons need to be changed every 4-6 hours - not 8 hours, that's too long - the longer you leave tampons the higher the risks of vaginal infections and TSS, also if you can go over 4-6 hours without leaking you're using too high an absorbency which also increases TSS risk. TSS is rare but still thought to occur in as many as 1 in 700 women, incorrect tampon use will increase risks.
It's also best to alternate with pads to allow your vagina a chance to clean itself and heal after tampon use, overnight is the most convenient time to do this.
How much a tampon can hold depends on their absorbency ratings.
- Light < 6g
- Regular 6g-9g
- Super 9g-12g
- Super Plus 12g-15g
- Ultra 15g-18g
Soft tampons, sponge tampons, and cloth tampons absorbency isn't uniform.
When you start your period should you use a pad or a tampon?
You shouldn't use a tampon until the second or third time you have had your period also tampons are easier to use if your flow is a little more heaver , the box should tell you all this stuff too if that helps :)
Can you use a tampon before sex?
A period is a time when your body is able to produce babies. Sex should start when you are moved out, married, and are probably at least 19. If you have to use a tampon, you're ready, but I wouldn't do it right away.
Is it normal to only bleed on one side of your tampon after childbirth?
It can be normal if the tampon sits to one side of your cervix or if your vagina is such that the blood only leaks fdown one side of your vaginal canal so only hits one side of your vagina. If the whole tampon isn't getting saturated with blood then it's not safe to be wearing them as this will increase risk of TSS - with less blood to absorb the tampon will dry-out vaginal tissues on that side of the vagina more, causing increased damage that allows TSST-1 toxins easier access to your bloodstream. I recommend trying menstrual cups or softcups, these will solve this problem plus a lot safer and more convneient than tampons anyway so a much better option in general.
When you sit after applying a tampon does it hurt?
It shouldn't hurt at all when you are wearing a tampon, if it does something is wrong.
If it hurts when you sit down it is likely that you have not inserted the tampon far enough, thus as you sit down the vaginal muscles push against the tampon lower down in the vaginal canal. This is common when first using tampons or if you use applicators, next time try non-applicator and push further.
Can a tampon fall out in the water?
It's VERY unlikely that a tampon would fall out - tampons are held in place by the vaginal muscles, the vaginal walls also close around the tampon which help keep it in place - if a tampon did fall out of your vagina when using the bathroom you should see your doctor as there is a problem with vaginal muscle tone. If a tampon was to fall out then you would unfortunately have to scoop it out to throw it in the bin.
Can you kill a man with a tampon?
In theory there may be a few ways to kill someone with a tampon.
- Shove a tampon down their throat and choke them with it.
- Soak wrapped tampon in poison, it will absorb some but look untouched.
- Take one with HIV infected blood and dip it in someone's tea (this has been done).
when using a tampon... u simply have 2 stick ur foot up on a toilet. then put ur fingers on the tampon. find the opening of ur vagina and open it. put the tampon under u and push the tampon into ur body. next, take ur pointer finger that was holding onto the tampon and push the tampon into ur body. pull the non - tampon part out of ur body and throw it away. the tampon will suck up the blood. after 4 - 6 hours... pull it out and throw it in the toilet. replace with a new one.
when you go to change it if there are still white patches on it, try a lighter flow one next time or if you need to change it more regularly or it leaks then try a higher absorbancy tampon to find the right one for you. :)
There is no direct evidence to support the idea that tampons cause cancer, however many brands of tampons are bleached with chlorine or oxygen gas bleaching which creates the byproduct of dioxin - dioxin is a cancer-causing toxin, repeated exposure can increase risk of certain reproductive health problems and cancers. It is thus advisable to opt for non-bleached cotton tampons, or consider safer options such as sponges, non-bleached cotton pads, cloth pads, menstrual cups or softcups.
Can you have trouble becoming pregnant if you use tampons?
No, long-term use of tampons does not cause infertility. It is however important to point out that tampons can contain substances such as dioxin, which are linked with infertility and endometriosis - we don't know exactly what other toxins may be present in tampons or the full risks. If concerned consider safer options like pads or menstrual cups.
Some men wear tampons for the same reason anyone would use tampons: they menstruate.
Some men have a vagina and a uterus so will still menstruate and so need to use tampons, pads, or cups in order to deal with that, just like women who menstruate. Some men will also use tampons to deal with nose bleeds, they are the perfect shape to fit into the nostril to soak up the blood.
Tampon stuck for several months?
quick go to the doctor hurry up what are you doing reading this come on and go. you can get a diese from even have a tampon in for over like 12 hours
yes hurry and go to the doctor!!!
What age should girls use tampons?
It's recommended that pre-teens and teens particularly do not use tampons as they are less likely to have TSST-1 antibodies so as such will be at far greater risk of TSS. Ideally women of any age should use either pads or cups - menstrual cups and softcups are internal like tampons but safer and more hygienic, this also makes them more convenient and they're more reliable so a better option than tampons.
How old do you have to be to buy a tampon?
There is no specific age to wear a tampon.
Tampons are not recommended to pre-teens or teens as with more delicate vaginal tissues and lower immunity to TSST-1 toxins responsible for Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) younger women are at higher risk. If you do use tampons you have to be mature enough to understand the risks to make an informed choice to use tampons over other options like sanitary pads or menstrual cups, you also have to be responsible enough to follow precautions to reduce your risks.
It's recommended that a woman waits at least six cycles before starting to use tampons, this is because it takes time for the menstrual flow to get into a pattern and for a woman to know her menstrual flow pattern to know what absorbency to use safely.
What if your tampon is stuck and you are soaked but you still cant get it out?
Your tampon is in your vagina and does not need to be removed for you to urinate. Once you do go, your bladder will be less full and the tampon will probably be easily removed.
If several hours go by without being able to remove the tampon (are you certain one is in there?), then a doctor visit is in order.
Can you wear a tampon while bathing?
No, there's no need to use tampons in the shower (and don't use tampons when not menstruating).
You can shower while using internal menstrual products like tampons, sponges, menstrual cups, or softcups if you want to avoid blood coming out during showering and after when you get out of the shower. It is perfectly okay to shower without wearing internal menstrual products though, just rinse off at the end of your shower and have a pad ready for once you get out the shower - if you get blood on the towel rinse in cold water and then soak before washing as normal.
Why does it hurt when you have a tampon in?
Well, it could mean alot of things. You could have a problem, Your body doest like it maybe.. idk there could mea manydiffrnt thin no on really nos im 11 and i tred a tampon. Yes ik 11. My nana acualy thought me. i wet threw abput 12 lol. But somhimes it feels ok ad smethimesit dest. I really don't truht sampons i onl trust padds s i onlky us pads but it depmends on the person... when i wear pads i feel safeer noing i probubly wont leak but ppl r diffrent
