What are tampons for when there are pads? Such a question could be asked only by that woman who had never used tampons in her life, which means she could not appreciate all the amenities that this personal hygiene item brings. Those who regularly use tampons no longer want to give up comfort on critical days. Indeed, there is no need to think about the fact that the gasket can move out of place and the clothes suddenly turn out to be dirty. In addition, in many women, the use of pads causes irritation and itching of the genital mucosa. A couple of hours after application, they emit a very unpleasant odor.
Gaskets also have a synthetic outer layer that prevents the genitals from breathing. And this is fraught with the appearance of a "greenhouse effect", which leads to overheating of the lower body and disruption of the vaginal microflora. Tampons are deprived of all these "charms"; when using them, irritation of the delicate genital organs is extremely rare. If you are planning a grand party, going to the fitness center or pool, you can’t do without tampons at these events. A convenient detail of personal hygiene is simply necessary for those women who are used to lead an energetic lifestyle, despite critical days.
Decide on the size
For customers, the following question may sometimes arise: "Why are tampons of different sizes needed?" On the label you can see the following labels: “Normal”, “Mini”, “Light” or “Super”. In the first days of menstruation, when the discharge is most abundant, you should use tampons “Normal” or “Super”, which are larger. In this way, you protect yourself from the flow of blood to underwear. At the end of the menstrual period, when there are already scanty vaginal discharge, one should switch to tampons of a smaller size, on the label of which is written “Mini” or “Light”. The same products should be used by girls who do not have sex. What are small swabs for? This prevents damage to the hymen.
How to use a swab?
With all its advantages, this item of female intimate hygiene can cause some discomfort. If the tampon is not timely removed, it will swell, its absorbency will be limited, and trickles of blood will leak through the material. Also, with prolonged exposure to the vagina, the multiplication of bacterial microflora inside the tampon is enhanced. To avoid these troubles, this hygiene item should be changed after 4 hours. A more frequent replacement is also not recommended, since a dry swab can injure the mucous membrane when it is removed from the vagina.
The question of whether it is possible to use a tampon during a night's sleep remains open. Undoubtedly, the use of a tampon instead of laying at night will be more comfortable for a woman. Whatever position you take during sleep, it will be in its place.
Experts still recommend that you do not keep tampons for more than 8 hours inside the body, and after waking up, replace the old one with a new one. Although manufacturers of products claim that prolonged use of tampons is absolutely safe for health, some gynecologists still recommend using a sanitary pad during night sleep.
How to insert a swab?
This can be read in the instructions attached to the package. Before use, remove the protective shell from the swab and straighten the cord. Each woman herself determines a convenient position for the introduction of a tampon into the vagina. Some squat down, others put their foot on the edge of the bathroom. It should be moved with your finger as deep as possible inward until you feel some obstacle. The criterion for the correct installation of the tampon is that you do not feel it. If discomfort occurs, this indicates that it is too low and should be moved up a bit.
What are medical tampons for?
They are produced for the treatment of certain gynecological diseases: candidiasis, cervical erosion, vaginitis, painful menstruation. Depending on the drug impregnation, such tampons improve the condition of the microflora in the vagina, have an anti-inflammatory effect.