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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 you break your hymen while putting in a tampon?
Firstly, tampons aren't inserted into the uterus wall. Tampons go in the vagina. I suggest looking at the diagram in the related links section for a better understanding of this. Secondly, yes, a tampon can break the hymen if it is not already broken.
Do you need a tampon to go swimming?
no you do not need a tampon to go swimming. When you are in the water you stop bleeding, but when you get out make sure to put a pad/tampon on right away. hope this helped!!!
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During your period you should definately wear a tampon while swimming. The blood might not be that visible when you're in the water but it's still coming out. Plus if you got out of the water and you weren't wearing a tampon it would get all over the floor x D. I'm a competitive swimmer ^ _ ^;
If it's your first time don't worry, only the bottom gets wet with water and the blood is absorbed by the top. A tiny bit might come through but not enough to see. The cotton string is strong enough to easily withstand water.
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YES!!! dont listen to the first answer you should always use one when swimming. Blood will still come out and when u get out you'll be embarrased.
Why is there only blood on one side of the tampon?
Thelikelihoodis that the tampon is going to the side of the cervix, so as the blood leaves the cervix it is only hitting the one side of the tampon - try different types of tampons, or better still consider softcups or menstrual cups.
Can you swim when your on your period whithout using a tampon or pad please HELP?
It would not be suggested. You definitely do not want to swim while wearing a pad. If you are not comfortable with tampons yet, start out with the junior kind (A brand like OB or something) and start out with the "lights". But your period certainly does not have to stop you from swimming at all! Just try using a tampon. If you have never used one before, you might ask an older sister or a friend that may know more about using them. If you don't have anyone to talk to just keep trying. Each box of tampons comes with instructions on how to use them. It may take you a couple of tampons to get it right as far as comfort, but they don't hurt at all.
Can you get pregnant if you have a lost tampon?
To be pregnant you need to have the sperm of a man in you. If you have lost a tampon inside of your vagina, you should get in a warm bath and, while in there, gently stick your fingers into your vagina and pull out the tampon to avoid Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)
To answer your question, no.
Tampons are used during menstruation or withdrawal bleeds, they are inserted vaginally to absorb flow before it leaves the body. Some girls wear tampons because they prefer internal options and may prefer these to menstrual cups, softcups, or menstrual sponges. Some girls do not like tampons or internal options at all so will use external options like pads or period underwear instead.
What do I do if i can't wear a tampon and my friend invites me to the waterpark?
If you have your period you can't swim because the pad will absorb the water and not your blood. I know how your feeling. I have my period too and I am going to the amusement park with water rides and roller coasters.
If you put in our first tampon and it doesnt go in all the way is this a problem?
If the tampon isn't inserted correctly then it isn't going to work properly and can cause pain.
Make sure the tampon is inserted all the way in, if it hurts to sit or as you move about then the tampon isn't in far enough. If you can't use tampons then just stick with pads and try tampons another time.
What does it mean when you put the tampon in you stop bleeding but take it out you bleed?
Tampons cannot cause your period to stop, menstruation is shedding of the uterine lining and controlled by hormones so nothing in your vagina can impact on menstruation in that way. Your flow is light or not consistent, the fact you're using tampons has no relationship to that at all.
How many pads and tampons do you need?
Considering that tampons should be changed every 4-6 hours, and that tampons cannot be worn overnight while sleeping, at most women should be using 4 tampons per day - obviously it depends on the woman's flow and what absorbency is used as if a woman's flow is too heavy for the tampons she's using them she'd need to change tampons more often and thus use more tampons.
Would I be able to feel if I had a tampon stuck inside me?
Yes, you would be able to feel if there was a tampon still within your vagina. If you suspect you may still have a tampon in place clean your hands and insert fingers vaginally to feel around the vaginal canal to check - your vaginal canal isn't that long so you should be able to reach easily, but if you do struggle try to squat and push down as if you were passing a bowel movement. If you can't tell if there is a tampon there then you should tell someone to ask for help or see your doctor.
What does it mean when it hurts for a tampon to be in?
Tampons can hurt for numerous reasons, here are a few possible causes of pain...
- You're using too high an absorbency for your flow.
- You're sensitive or allergic to something in the tampon.
- You're tense when attempting to insert the tampon.
- You're inserting at the wrong angle or in a different position.
- Your cervix is lower than before so you're hitting it with the tampon.
- Your vagina is already damaged from using a tampon directly beforehand.
- You have a vaginal infection such as a yeast infection.
The dark red discharge may be blood left behind by the tampon which is now being allowed to flush out of your vagina. If you're taking antibiotics you should be fine, although you are at risk of developing a yeast infection when taking antibiotics which may effect discharge. If concerned then see your doctor again, it's a good idea to do this after the antibiotics too to ensure everything is okay.
What happens if you go swimming without a tampon and your period never starts again?
If you're menstruating you need to use one of the following internal menstrual products if you want to go swimming;
- Tampons
- Soft tampons
- Menstrual sponges
- Diaphragms
- Softcups
- Menstrual cups
Are there waterproof pads for swimming?
No, a pad can't be worn during swimming.
A menstrual pad is an external product that works by absorbing menstrual flow as it leaves the vagina, in water menstrual flow could bypass the pad and the pad would be saturated with water so unable to absorb menstrual flow. When saturated pads would look bulky, and disposable pads could also come unstuck.
To swim during menstruation use internal products;
- Tampons
- Soft tampons
- Sponges
- Softcups
- Menstrual cups
- Diaphragms
Menstrual cups are the best option as they're safer than tampons so can be worn for up to 12 hours without health risks, and unlike tampons are safe to use before your period is due or during light flow so more convenient. Menstrual cups are also a good option as they don't increase cramps as tampons can, don't absorb water, nothing shows externally, and don't leak like other options.
No, tampons cannot be dildos because tampons are tampons.
A dildo is a sex toy, normally phallic shaped and used for masturbation.Tampons are dry and rough, as well as very small, so won't stimulate sexually.
Is it possible for a tampon to just fall out?
Yes, or when you are relaxed you should be able to reach for the strings of the first tampon after you have removed the second.
To sooth your fears you may want to consider a menstrual cup (such as the Diva Cup). A menstrual cup sits inside you like a tampon, but it is reusable. You simply remove the cup, dump the contents, wash the cup out and reinsert. Since you would only have this one device (as opposed to multiple tampons) throughout your period, you would bypass the fear of inserting too many tampons.
What happens if you lose the string to your tampon?
You may not have any symptoms of a 'lost' tampon, at least not for some time.
You may notice symptoms of a vaginal infection - bad smelling discharge like fish or ammonia, unusual colour to your discharge, unusual texture to your discharge such as being watery, pain during sex, or irritation around your genitals. You may see symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease such as bad pain in your abdomen. You may also see symptoms of Toxic shock syndrome, symptoms vary a lot from person to person but you'll certainly see high fever and low blood pressure.
If you suspect a tampon is still inside you then check, and remove it.
Is it safe to use a tampon if you haven't started your period yet?
No, you can only use tampons once you start your period. but be careful, use the minimum absorbency tampon for your flow. If you use tampons before you start your period you will most likely/ possibly get TSS (toxic shock syndrome) which is a rare but serious disease that can be fatal.
Can using a tampon damage your hymen in any way?
It depends.
Usually a tampon will not damage your hymen.
Remember, though, using a tampon does not mean you're not a virgin. You only lose your virginity when you have sexual intercourse.
Pictures of how to use a tampon?
We can't post pictures of tampon instructions on this site - no option to include pictures.
Tampon packages have diagrams on how to use tampons included, although ideally don't use tampons if you don't already have an idea how to do it - it's not rocket science. You can also use Google to do an image search for inserting tampons, whatever type of tampons you're curious about.
Can you put a tampon in the wrong hole?
Not possible, unless the person inserting the item deliberately does it, has absolutely no feeling in the nether regions or somebody else is doing the inserting and has no knowledge of what the item is used for. It is not a butt plug.
It would be extremely difficult. You have three holes, the anus (the ***hole), the vagina, and the urethra (the hole you pee from.) The urethra is really small, so it wouldn't fit, and it would hurt A LOT putting it in the anus, and it would be hard to do.
What happens when you pee with a tampon in?
You would urinate as normal.
Tampons go into the vaginal canal, whereas you urinate out of your urethra - thus tampons have no effect on your urinating. If you're using tampons with a string it's best to move the tampon string out of the way so it doesn't get wet as this can be uncomfortable and wondering around with a wet tampon string can make your genitals more warm/moist so more favourable to bacteria.
What would happen if you use a sanitary towel or tampon when not on your periods?
Tampons absorb moisture including vaginal moisture needed to keep the vaginal walls protected - without menstrual flow tampons will have even more of a drying effect on vaginal tissues causing increased vaginal tissue damage. As well as uncomfortable this will give bacteria and bacterial toxins a direct route into your bloodstream so significantly increase your risk of TSS.
Do you get pleasure when inserting a tampon?
Yes you can have sexual buttass monkeys within that time you travel through time it will suck in all of the matter inside the universe, and if you reach the end, the ending may cut a rip between the side and hurt you. What im trying to say is that its different for people, some people enjoy it, some don't, but if you use it to masturbate then be careful cuz it will dry you up crazy inside and the edges might cut you.
