Can a virgin use tampons?

Tampons are sanitary products that are inserted into the vagina during the menstrual period. They work in a similar principle to sanitary napkins, but are used differently. However, many women worry about whether they can use tampons if they are virgins. Below, we will answer these concerns in detail. In the end, can virgins use tampons during their menstrual period?

Will unmarried women's use of tampons damage their hymen?

In fact, unmarried women can certainly use tampons. Because the hymen is a ring-shaped tissue with a hole in the center that allows menstrual blood to flow out of the body. The size of the hole varies from person to person, and the general diameter is 2.5 cm. There are many types of tampons for internal use. You can choose a smaller ordinary tampon, which has a diameter of only 1.32 cm, which is more than enough to pass through the hole in the hymen without damaging the hymen.

The diameter of the cervical opening is 0.1-0.2 cm, while the diameter of a tampon is 1.32-1.42 cm. It is impossible for it to pass through the cervical opening and enter the uterus, let alone enter the abdominal cavity from the uterus. Since the pull string of the tampon is tightly sewn from the top to the tail end, when the tampon is soaked with menstrual blood and becomes moist, it is not difficult to remove it by gently pulling the tail of the string.

However, when using tampons, you must pay attention to the cleanliness of your hands and vulva. Wash your hands carefully before inserting the tampon into the vagina. Do not touch the catheter and tampon that enter the vagina to avoid bringing bacteria into the vagina. The time for changing the tampon depends on the amount of menstrual blood. It is usually changed every 2-4 hours and must be removed within 8 hours. Because the tampon stays in the vagina for too long, it may cause unnecessary trouble and cause pelvic infection.

Therefore, as long as they are used properly, tampons will not affect your health.

How to use tampons correctly

Step 1: Choose the right tampon based on your menstrual flow (light, moderate, heavy).

Step 2: Wash your hands with warm water and soap.

Step 3: Remove the tampon from its packaging.

Step 4: Insert the inner tube of the tampon into the body, about a few inches, but not too deep. The hands must be able to reach the outer tube.

Step 5: Continue to push the inner tube forward and push the tampon into the vagina.

Step 6: Remove the catheter (outer tube and inner tube) together.

Step 7: The string attached to the tampon must be left outside the vagina.

Step 8: Wrap the catheter in toilet paper and throw it in the trash can. Never flush it down the toilet.

Through the analysis of the above content, we will find that due to the physiological structure of women, even if they are virgins, they can use tampons if they can use them correctly. However, they must be careful to use them in the correct way and steps to effectively reduce some adverse effects.