scared of TSS?

Question

i started using tampons for the first time on my last months period because i had a swim competition. the first time i put it in and left it i felt somewhat dizzy but then for the remainder of my period i didnt. and now im on another period, it just started a little bit ago. my flow is generally reallly light, light enough to go on my whole period wearing pantiliners, but i prefer tampons because im on a swim team and i practice a lot. i use a somewhat small absorbency, i use tampax regular-slender. is it bad that im wearing a tampon, even at this absorbency, when my flow is this light? does it increase my risk of TSS?

Answer 1

No, it doesn't. The important thing about tampons is that you use clean ones (as in, never use a tampon that isn't in its wrapper), that you don't leave them in for more than the designated time (I think it's usually four hours) and that you don't sleep in them. Use whatever tampons you need - I've been using the "super" size for years and I'm still TSS free. :) Since your flow is light, just use them when you need to, like for swim practice or something.

Answer 2

Prevention
The bacteria that cause toxic shock syndrome can be carried on unwashed hands and prompt an infection anywhere on the body. So hand washing is extremely important.

Females can reduce their risk of TSS by either avoiding tampons or alternating them with sanitary napkins. If a girl uses only tampons, it's important to choose tampons with the lowest absorbency that will handle her menstrual flow and to change the tampons frequently. Between menstrual periods, it's a good idea to store tampons away from heat and moisture (where bacteria can grow) - for example, in a bedroom rather than in a bathroom closet.

Because staphylococcus bacteria are often carried on dirty hands, it's important to wash your hands thoroughly before and after inserting a tampon. If your daughter is just starting her menstrual period, she should know about taking these precautions. Any female who has recovered from TSS should check with her doctor before using tampons again.

Answer 3

TSS and tampons were a major issue over a decade ago, because the material used to make the tampon was rough enough that it scraped the skin. Once the skin was damaged, a staph infection took hold. The infection spreads throughout the body and may be fatal if not treated. You would be seriously sick within 48 hours. The symptoms of TSS include sudden high fever, a faint feeling, watery diarrhea, headache, and muscle aches. It is a very uncommon infection today, just remember to switch out tampons regularly.

Answer 4

TSS is a very rare disease, so the great majority of women will never get it. But you should be aware of the signs because it can be fatal. If you have a high fever with a rash, get to the emergency room immediately. Read the insert in the tampon package to learn about TSS. You can prevent tampon-related TSS by not wearing tampons, but most people who do still don't get it.

Answer 5

you shouldnt really use tampons bcuz if you for get about thenm it will get stuck you should just hold out of the swimming practice untull you period is over