Women have so many worries about their periods.
Not to mention the physical discomfort, there's also the worry about leakage and the discomfort of sanitary pads. Younger girls, especially those who are more sensitive, have even more to worry about. They feel nervous and embarrassed when buying sanitary pads, and when they go to change them after class, they have to sneak into the bathroom furtively.
Tampons were invented to provide convenience for women. However, they are not widely used in China, and for many people, they remain a "mysterious" product.
Does the use of tampons cause death?
There have been quite a few reports on this topic, but to be honest, is it entirely the tampons' fault? They're not entirely to blame.
Toxic shock syndrome is a bacterial infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus . While it has a low incidence rate, it is extremely dangerous. Early symptoms often include swelling and aches, fever, and other symptoms. Without timely treatment, even if the patient survives, certain parts of the body may not be saved. Statistics show that although its incidence rate is low, its mortality rate is extremely high, ranging from 30% to 64%.
It is generally caused by infections of the reproductive tract or urinary tract, and infections of the skin and lungs can also lead to toxic shock. The highest incidence is among women who use vaginal tampons during menstruation.
Let's talk about why tampons can cause toxic shock.
Tampons have, to some extent, "liberated" women, allowing us to move around during our periods without being restricted by that cumbersome sanitary pad. You can even try swimming during your period.
While it has many advantages, it also has certain "drawbacks." Most people ask, won't inserting something into the vagina damage something? Actually, if your technique is correct, it generally won't cause damage to the vagina . But the most crucial point isn't that, but rather hygiene . Anything that enters our body needs to be clean; even food requires hygiene, let alone the more "delicate" vagina.
Tampons have a super absorbent capacity, capable of absorbing all menstrual blood and even absorbing shed uterine lining in the grooves of the tampon, which is then expelled along with the menstrual blood. However, this leads to a problem: in addition to absorbing menstrual blood, they also absorb the natural moisture that the vagina should have, affecting the vagina's self-cleaning function . This can lead to the proliferation of Staphylococcus aureus, potentially causing toxic shock.
Given how dangerous they are, should we use tampons?
It depends on personal preference and needs. Theoretically speaking, as long as it is used correctly and kept clean, there shouldn't be any major problems. However, many people fail to achieve this "correct use."
To ensure hygiene, wash your hands thoroughly before each use ! Don't introduce bacteria and put extra strain on your vagina!
In addition, the duration of use is very important. Each use should not exceed 8 hours, and it is best to change it every 4 to 6 hours . Don't be lazy. If you cannot guarantee changing it within 8 hours, then use sanitary pads for now.
If the tampon slips into the vagina and becomes difficult to remove, bend over or squat down to move it towards the vaginal opening as much as possible. Get a feel for the approximate location of the thread and use your fingers to locate it. Remember, do not tense up at this time, otherwise the vaginal muscles will contract due to tension, causing the tampon to move deeper and become even more difficult to remove. If you still cannot remove it after several attempts, go to the gynecological emergency room as soon as possible. Don't delay!
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