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Menstruation, otherwise known as menstruation, is a physiological process that accompanies every healthy woman during the reproductive period. During menstruation, which can last three to eight days, a woman loses about 100 ml of blood. Women use various hygiene measures, among which tampons are characterized by good protection during the period.
What is a tampon made of?
Using tampons during menstrual bleeding is one way to protect yourself. Many women choose this method of protection, but do they know what a tampon is and what is its composition? The tampon’s job is to absorb menstrual blood. Traditional tampons are mainly made of a mixture of cotton and wood cellulose. They are soaked in chemical substances that act as an absorber, which are petroleum derivatives such as Paraffinum Liquidum or silicone. On the other hand, the white color of tampons is most often obtained by using chlorine. A very serious problem is the origin of the cotton from which the tampon is made, as it often happens that it is obtained from non-organic crops where pesticides can be used. Therefore, it is very important to read the manufacturer’s leaflet and the composition of the tampons carefully before using them.
When to use and which tampon to choose?
Any woman who has started menstruation can use a hygienic tampon. It is a myth that young girls or women who have not yet started intercourse should not use them. The tampon is most often dedicated to active women who travel a lot, play sports and are in constant motion. The use of a tampon is an alternative to popular pads for women who value freedom and comfort in everyday life. Thanks to its small size, the tampon will fit even the smallest purse and thanks to it you will never have to give up going to the beach, swimming pool or fitness club again. There are many types of tampons on the market that differ in size, absorbency and composition. How to choose the most suitable for us? The first thing we need to pay attention to when choosing tampons is the composition, which should be as natural as possible. As for the size of the tampon and the associated absorbency, it will depend on how heavy your periods are.
How to safely use tampons?
A tampon is a very effective and convenient hygiene measure during menstruation, but we must remember a few rules to use them safely. The first rule is hygiene when applying and removing the tampon. We are talking about washing hands before and after applying a tampon, and also maintaining hygienic conditions in the toilet. When putting on or removing a tampon, you should be relaxed and ensure comfortable conditions, which will facilitate the application. The tampon should be changed depending on the manufacturers’ recommendations on average every 4 hours. The maximum time between changing a tampon should not exceed 8 hours. If you use tampons for the night, replace it as soon as you wake up. It is often recommended to take breaks from wearing tampons and use a sanitary napkin once a day. Tampons should be avoided in the event of intimate infections, the use of an intrauterine device or the use of vaginal medications.
However, there are also Ellen probiotic tampons, which are used to restore the proper pH in the vagina and in case of symptoms of intimate infections.
Tampon – is it safe to use? – toxic shock syndrome
The issue of safety when it comes to the use of tampons is debatable. There are many opponents and supporters of this method of protection during menstruation. Although hygiene products should be sterile and natural, this is not always the case. Therefore, when reaching for tampons, you should choose the most natural, non-perfumed and undyed, and without synthetic moisture absorbers. One of the possible ailments of improper use of tampons is the so-called toxic shock syndrome, which is an infection of the blood. This disease is caused by one of the toxins produced by staphylococcus aureus, usually TSST-1. Toxic shock occurs when the mucosa is in contact with the chemical compounds in the tampon for too long. This causes the penetration of toxins into the body, which may result in acute abdominal pain, dizziness, high fever, vomiting, diarrhea and general weakness of the body. If you notice such ailments, you should remove the tampon as soon as possible and see a doctor, because the toxic shock syndrome may lead to impairment of organs and systems in the body, and even death.