Tampons are increasingly favored by young women due to their convenience, high absorbency, and freedom of movement. However, tampons are not suitable for everyone, regardless of age or body type, and not everyone chooses the most suitable tampons for themselves.
Several reported cases of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) caused by tampons in the UK have prompted many to question their safety. In fact, about half of all TSS cases involve women who use tampons.
Tampons are made of a tightly compressed piece of safe and hygienic pure white cotton. They have strong absorbency and, upon contact with vaginal fluid, quickly expand radially, gently adhering to the vaginal wall to absorb menstrual blood. It is this characteristic of tampons that distinguishes them from sanitary napkins in terms of their advantages and disadvantages.
(Prolonged use of tampons increases the risk of TSS)
1. Causes toxic shock (TSS)
Some women prefer high-flow tampons, thinking they won't need to change them frequently and will save a lot of trouble. However, when tampons are left inside the vagina for extended periods, they not only absorb menstrual blood but also the vagina's natural moisture, leading to vaginal dryness. This makes it easier for Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in the vagina to be absorbed by the body, potentially entering the bloodstream and causing poisoning.
Therefore, women should choose tampons appropriate for their flow rate, preferably low-flow tampons. If symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, skin redness, muscle pain, or dizziness occur, be aware of the possibility of TSS (transmissible septicemia).
2. Causes gynecological diseases
The incidence of cervical cancer is higher among women in Europe and America, and long-term use of tampons is suspected to be one of the reasons. In addition, after absorbing menstrual blood, tampons expand and block the flow of menstrual blood. If the flow suddenly increases and the pressure is too high, menstrual blood may flow back into the abdominal cavity, causing bloating and pain, and inducing diseases such as endometriosis and chronic pelvic inflammatory disease.
3. Not applicable to everyone.
Tampons should be changed every 4-8 hours, otherwise the risk of TSS (transmitted salivary syndrome) increases. Therefore, tampons are not suitable for nighttime use for people who sleep more than 8 hours. Additionally, the position of the cervix varies from woman to woman. For women with a low cervix, the tampon may be inserted beyond the cervix, causing menstrual leakage.
Women who must use tampons must pay utmost attention to hygiene. Always wash your hands before use to prevent bacterial infection. It's best to use the lowest absorbency tampons to control flow, changing the tampon every 4 hours and using a panty liner at least once every 24 hours. If you decide to use tampons while sleeping, be sure to change to a new one before going to bed.
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