Do tampons hurt?

Question

Ive never used tampons before but Im supposed to be going to a hotel party this weekend where were supposed to go swimming. Are they hard to put in? Will it hurt?

Answer 1

You may be worried and nervous about using your first tampon. Talk to your mom or a friend who has used tampons. It is important to first learn how to use a tampon and then, just relax! The more you relax, the easier the insertion will be. When you are nervous, your muscles tense up, making insertion even harder. For your first time, you may want to try using a tampon when your menstrual flow is heavy; this should allow the tampon to glide in more easily. Choose the smallest size tampon for the first time. By following these simple guidelines, and those that come with your package of tampons, your first experience with tampons should be easy.
Sit or stand in a comfortable position. Some women prefer to place one leg on the toilet seat or tub, while others prefer to squat down. After you find a position that is most comfortable for you, hold the tampon with the fingers that you write with. Hold the middle of the tampon, at the spot where the smaller, inner tube inserts into the larger, outer tube. Make sure the string is visible and pointing away from your body.


With your other hand, open the labia (the folds of skin around the vaginal opening) and position the tampon in the vaginal opening.


Gently push the tampon into the opening, aiming for the small of your back. Stop when your fingers touch your body and the applicator, or outer tube, is completely inside the vagina.


Once the applicator or outer tube is inside of you, use your index finger to push the inner tube (the tube where the removal string is connected) through the outer tube.


Once the inner tube is all the way in, use your thumb and middle finger to remove the applicator or outer tube. Make sure that the string hangs outside of the vaginal opening. Later, when you are ready to remove the tampon, hold the string and gently pull it downward until the entire tampon is out.
If the tampon is inserted correctly, you should not feel it. If you feel uncomfortable in any way, you may have inserted the tampon incorrectly or the tampon may not be placed far enough into the vagina. If this happens, just remove the tampon and start again with a new tampon. Remember that practice makes perfect. If you don't get it on the first try, your second try will most likely be successful. Instead of getting frustrated and giving up, relax and try again!

What if I still don't succeed?
If you don't succeed after several times, see your health care provider. It may be that you were born with a very small opening in your hymen and you can't insert tampons. This is true in only about 2% of teens, but it could be a problem.
A mirror is often helpful so that you can see where your vaginal opening is. Sometimes, even using a small amount of vaginal lubricant (K-Y Jelly) on the end of the tampon will help the first one glide in.

What is TSS?
You've probably heard of this disease before, and how it may be connected to tampon use. TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome) is an infection that is very rare, but potentially dangerous. TSS can affect anyone, male or female. However, it occurs most frequently in young women who wear tampons. You will probably never get TSS, but it's good to know what the symptoms are and how to avoid putting yourself at risk.
You've probably heard of this disease before, and how it may be connected to tampon use. TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome) is an infection that is very rare, but potentially dangerous. TSS can affect anyone, male or female. However, it occurs most frequently in young women who wear tampons. You will probably never get TSS, but it's good to know what the symptoms are and how to avoid putting yourself at risk.
Tampons themselves do not cause TSS. TSS is caused by bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus. When a tampon is left inside your vagina for too long, it creates a perfect environment for different types of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, to grow. To avoid developing TSS, follow these guidelines when using tampons:
Change your tampons at least every 4-8 hours or more often if necessary.
Choose the correct tampon absorbency. Use smaller sized tampons when your flow is lighter. TSS occurs more often when super-absorbent tampons are used. Don't use these unless your menstrual flow is particularly heavy.
Alternate between pad and tampon use. You might want to use pads at night, and tampons in the daytime.
Wash your hands before inserting or taking out your tampon.
Don't use tampons to absorb anything other than your menstrual flow. Only insert a tampon once menstrual blood is present.
If you experience the following symptoms while wearing a tampon, remove the tampon, and contact your health care provider immediately! These symptoms may seem similar to the flu. If they occur while you are menstruating and wearing a tampon, they may signal TSS. Otherwise, it might mean that you have another infection. It is recommended that you see your health care provider regardless. Symptoms of TSS include:
Sudden high fever
A sunburn-like rash
Diarrhea
Dizziness, fainting, or lightheadedness
Vomiting

Answer 2

Ok so when i tried using tampons, they hurt so bad to try. Are in shoving the whole thing, plastic and all up there in the beginning and then taking it out? If that didn't make sense, go get the tampon box, and look at the directions. It shows pictures on how to insert it because when i tired doing it, I'd put the beginning of the tampon near my vagina and then push, making the cotton go up there alone and that HURT. If it hurts while its up there... well here are some things that could be why... -But if the tampon does hurt, stop, and do not force it in. In some girls, the hymen (a little piece of tissue across the vagina) prevents easy insertion of the tampon. -Try inserting a tampon when you're having a heavier flow. It will be easier to insert than on a day when you're just spotting lightly. -Your hymen could break very easily. If you play sports then there's a big chance it could already be broken. (No its not bad if it is)

Answer 3

no, it won't hurt.

just a few things to remember;

- the vagina slopes upwards towards your back (not vertically or horizontally but diagonally), so push them in that way.
- relax or you'll be too tense to get it in (an applicator tampon will help).
- If you can feel it you've put it in wrong, take it out and try again BUT never try a 3rd time if you still get it wrong the second time as you'll be removing mucas that you need there to prevent bacterial infections
- Change your tampon every 4-8 hours (no sooner than 4 and no later than 8)
- remove the tampon imediately and dial 999 if you think you have toxic shock syndrome
- do not insert a tampon when you are not on your period and
- NEVER forget you have a tampon in.

and you're ready to go...

Good luck honey and have fun at the party! :)

Answer 4

I love tampons. I think they are more hygienic to use than pads. Pads are messy, I just hate the trickling sensation with pads. Anyway, tampons are not hard to put in. You can use a finger; some tampons have applicators. Tampons don't hurt at all. If you don't put them on properly, then you'll feel uncomfortable, otherwise, they wouldn't hurt because the anatomy over there is very elastic/expansive in nature.

Answer 5

They're not hard to put in and they hurt a little going in the first few times. Pulling them out when they only have a little blood on them hurts real bad. But the pain is over real quick.

Answer 6

If put in correctly, it does not hurt. Read the packaging and practice before the weekend so you get used to it.

Answer 7

Not if inserted properly and the correct size. They have several absorbtion rates on the market and if you are very slim you may want ones that are "slender". ALSO brands are different too. The ones with the plastic applicator I find insert more easily and comfortably than the cardboard applicator.

Answer 8

They can hurt a little going in and they can hurt if they are dry coming out. I have always found them to be uncomfortable and use them only when I am swimming.

Answer 9

They might hurt a little. Make sure to use the smallest size (they even come in "teen" sizes), and relax. There are directions inside the box as to other things that can help you.

Answer 10

Read the directions then test it out. If they are put in correctly they dont hurt