Menstruation being an avoidable problem for girls needs proper hygiene to be maintained. A tampon is one of the most widely used menstrual products which aims to absorb secretions of the vagina. Tampons are basically designed in two ways to be inserted into the vagina. Most tampons used worldwide are made up of highly absorbent materials such as cotton, rayon, or a blend of both.
Tampons are boom over sanitary pads when it comes to heavy flow. FDA evaluates the tampon to be used once no tampons can be used more than once.
How tampons are used?
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Buy the correct tampons - There are basically two types of tampons available world time one with an applicator that guides the tampon to be inserted inside the vagina and the other which need to be inserted with a finger. select the tampon based on its absorbency in order to avoid heavy flow.
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Wash your hands - The most essential and widely ignored criterion is washing hands before using tampons to avoid infection as tampons are sterile and may lead to serious infection.
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Inserting the tampons - Sit on your toilet seat in order to avoid stray bleeding on the floor, spread your knees, insert the tampon into the vagina the blood might guide you to the correct opening, gently press the tampon inside till it reaches the thick portion.
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Removing the tampon - tampons have a string on one end hanging out of the vagina. you gently pull the string in order to take the tampon out. Cover the tampon in toilet paper and don't flush it.
Important measures to be followed while using a tampon
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Never use a tampon without periods as it absorbs the bacteria of the vagina resulting in a change in pH which may result in a serious illness known as toxic shock syndrome (TSS)
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Never wear the same tampon for more than 8 hours as it leads to the spread of infectious bacteria
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If pain is experienced while inserting a tampon contact your nearby doctor
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Usage of tampons over than once should be avoided as it carries additional risks of infections such as yeast, fungal, and bacterial infections.
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Never use a low absorbency tampon in case of heavy flow
Myths about tampons
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Tampons make you lose your virginity: According to a misconception, the virginity of females depends upon the hymen, and the usage of tampons results in their breakage of it.
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Earlier tampons are made up of wool and weeds
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Tampons are used as contraceptives: Tampons didn’t provide any coverage for the cervix and are designed only for menstruation. Hence can lead to fertility.
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On average a female uses 16,800 tampons in her lifetime: In many cities, the tampons are considered a luxury which are used only by the rich. On an average a female spends $1,418.67 on tampons during her lifetime.
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Scented Tampons Aren’t So Great for Your Vag: changing tampons regularly and washing the vaginal area can actually reduce the chances of yeast infection instead of using a scented tampon which can make the odor even worse.
