In 2005, according to the CDC, TSS caused:
- 24,564 low level TSS (L-TSS) resulting in scaring of tissue.
- 12,056 cases of fertility impact / reproductive harm in women
- 1,564 deaths, with 603 of them even when tampons were used correctly.
So are women trying to be like men by using a product that completely hides their period instead of a much safer pad?
Why do smart women makes such a foolish, careless, risky decision?
You can't rely on the manufacturers to warn you - they make $$ selling them to you. This stuff is happening even with *correct* usage.
2006-10-09 18:19:03 · 11 answers · asked by kathykath777 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Just because a handful of females get this, it doesn't mean that ALL females will. It is the luck of the draw, so to speak. I have been using them since I was 9 and I am mid 40-ish now.. Never had a problem.
2006-10-09 18:27:24 · answer #1 · answered by BITE ME 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
From a leaflet out of DeJour tampons: "TSS is a rare but serious illness that may cause death. It is caused by a toxin (a kind of biological poison) which is produced by a type of bacteria (staphylococcus aureus). These bacteria are found in the nose of about one third of the population. They may also be found on the skin, and occasionally in the vagina, without causing harm.
Symptoms Of TSS
- Feeling very ill, headaches, muscular pains
- High fever and chills, usually 39C (102F) or higher
- Vomiting, diarrhoea or both
- Fainting, dizziness, weakness or confusion
- Sunburn like rash"
TSS can be harmful or fatal but it is EXTREMELY rare. You mention these stats and that's all well and good but what is your source? You don't seem to mention one.
Oh, the next time you have your period I'd like to see and laugh at you trying to swim with your pad!
People have the right to make their own choices... just as you do
2006-10-09 19:33:54 · answer #2 · answered by Mooks 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, these is risk of TSS by pads, too - so there's not many alternatives. And how is that being like a man? It's not about hiding your period - with a pad it's still under your clothes! Some women just feel more comfortable without the feel of a diaper-ish object down there all the time.
2006-10-09 18:30:06 · answer #3 · answered by ฿└ΛÇκ ĦΘŁỀ ŞЏП 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is rare for a woman to catch TSS, usually no matter what the situation. It's all about luck and your immune system I presume. I accidently left one tampon in for an entire 24 hours, went to the doctor to check for TSS, and I was perfectly normal.
Plus, it all depends on your comfort of choice. Lots of women just don't like to worry about something sticking to your underwear that can easily move around if the woman is active, causing accidental leaks and messy situations. Women in sports use tampons frequently since they can be flexible without much worry.
Smart women aren't ignoring the chances of TSS, but they are taking a risk. It's a risk women are just...willing to take.
2006-10-09 18:51:43 · answer #4 · answered by Megan 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In the United States, annual incidence is 1-2/100,000 women 15-44 years of age.
Risk Groups: Menstruating women, women using barrier contraceptive devices, persons who have undergone nasal surgery, and persons with postoperative staphylococcal wound infections. <- all straight from the CDC website.
You are being an alarmist. TSS is very rare and only half of all TSS cases are linked to tampon use.
2006-10-09 18:38:59 · answer #5 · answered by matty.. 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I hear every1 saying it's extremely rare, true as that may be, it does not rule out the possibility of it happening to you. Manufacturers won't tell u straight up: "USE TAMPONS AT YOUR OWN RISK" You have to understand that these peole are making money. Based on personal experience, tampons are absolutely horrible. I tried it once and i had the most horrible period pains, the doctor said the tampon was causing my muscles to spasm so i never used it again. Besides that, the idea of some foreign object in my body, perfect breeding ground for bacteria~ makes me feel uneasy. I prefer to let it all flow out of my body~ the way mother nature intended
2006-10-09 22:01:19 · answer #6 · answered by justhulice 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
TSS isnt that common these days. as long as you use the smallest tampons possible, never use unscented ones, and change it often then you should be ok. I wouldn't even wear a tampon at night. Pads are awful. I only use them at night. It's gross to sit in blood, it doesn't matter how "dry" they say these pads are, you can still feel it. it's not comfortable. Tampons are great as long as they are used properly.
2006-10-09 19:34:22 · answer #7 · answered by spunky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well speaking as someone who has heavy periods, I use both and I still have to change them every 3-4 hours. If I were to use pad alone I would be changing hourly. Foolish it may be if i had lighter periods I would probably use only pads. How are women trying to be men? I didn't get that.
2006-10-09 18:30:35 · answer #8 · answered by krumlov 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Beats me. My sister-in-laws use tampons and I coudn't bare to use them.
I don't know about other manufacturers, but Tampax does warn about TSS and suggests that you alternate between pads and tampons to reduce the risks of TSS.
2006-10-09 18:29:26 · answer #9 · answered by bella_estrella 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about anyone else but I absolutely can't stand wearing a pad!
Also-studies have shown that you can't rely on people reporting they used something correctly-they will lie.
2006-10-09 18:24:38 · answer #10 · answered by barbara 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋