Is using tampons hygienic?

Using tampons is hygienic, so don't worry about it. The reason why some people develop various gynecological diseases after using tampons is mainly because they do not pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene during use. For example, they directly tear open the outer packaging with their hands, and then touch the surface of the tampon with their hands without washing. This will bring bacteria into the vagina and cause unnecessary infection.

There are many sizes of tampons. If it is your first time using one, it is recommended to start with a smaller size. You can choose one that is easier to insert when your menstrual flow is heavy. Try to relax as much as possible when inserting it, and make sure the tail is on the outside, because this makes it easier to remove. Generally speaking, there will be an adaptation period when you first use it, and it is inevitable to feel something stuck. However, it may also be that it is not inserted deep enough. You can use some water-based lubricant on the front to assist. In addition, you must pay attention to the cleanliness of your hands, because there are many bacteria that can be contaminated by the hands to the tampon and then to the genitals, causing speech problems. People who use it for the first time can choose to use a small amount of sanitary pads to prevent menstrual blood from seeping out in unfamiliar situations and causing embarrassment.

Please first confirm whether you have good hygiene habits when using tampons. Like sanitary napkins, tampons should be changed every four to eight hours. If the amount is large, they need to be changed more frequently. When engaging in water activities or swimming, tampons will absorb water, so it is best to change them after swimming, because many bacteria may enter the vulva through tampons, causing dizziness, vomiting, vaginal inflammation and other uncomfortable symptoms. At this time, you should stop using tampons immediately and go to the obstetrics and gynecology department for treatment as soon as possible. It is appropriate to use them again after the treatment is cured.

Therefore, if you want to use tampons cleanly, you must pay attention to washing your hands before use. If it is a tampon with a catheter, you must use the catheter to insert the tampon into the vagina.

In fact, there are certain standards for the water absorption capacity of tampons. Tampons of different models and produced by different manufacturers have different water absorption properties. It should be noted here that the absorbency of tampons is also the key cause of toxic shock syndrome during the use of tampons. So before considering using it, be sure to weigh the pros and cons.