how long is it and why is it there
2007-02-12 17:08:54 · 7 answers · asked by BOB 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
A tampon is a product used by women when they are menstruating (on their period). It is usually cylinder shaped, about 2 inches long, with a cord attached to the bottom. Women insert it into their vagina to absorb the blood. Usually one would change their tampon every 4-6 hours depending on how heavy their period is. If you want to use one, I suggest that you go buy a box, read the instruction pamphlet or ask another woman about them.
2007-02-12 17:17:40 · answer #1 · answered by Lynsey T 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tampons absorb menstrual blood before it exits the body. Most tampons are very short - probably 1 or 2 inches. Some tampax are longer, probably closer to 3 inches. Some tampons may seem bigger than they are because they are inside an applicator. Unlike pads, you don't have to wear underwear when you wear a tampon, so you have a lot more freedom.
2007-02-13 01:58:08 · answer #2 · answered by tata10-24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
._. you're serious?
It's not long. It's pretty short. It's so a woman can continue her nomal activities without leaking or smelling as much when she's on her period. They're measured in width. The widest has the best absorbancy and can be worn a little longer, but no more than 6 hours at a time. They're disposable, you can't re-use them, ew. Basically, it's a cork. And thank god they exist! Some women are heavy enough (meaning they bleed more than others during their period) that without a tampon, they can't do much. If the pad slips, or moves, they'll bleed everywhere.
2007-02-13 02:36:36 · answer #3 · answered by Rin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A tampon is a plug of cotton about 3 inches long or other absorbent material inserted into a body cavity or wound to absorb fluid. The most common type in daily use is a usually disposable plug that is designed to be inserted into a woman's vagina during her menstrual period to absorb the flow of blood.
2007-02-13 01:14:17 · answer #4 · answered by Nette 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A Tampon is for the women with menstrual cycle. It is a choice when a women has her cycle another way of protecting her from the blood that leaves her body. I have been using them for years. Many perfer not to. But for me I perfer this works for me. easy to use and safe. there has been known facts of other problems that have accured but check for your self to see what fits you best.
2007-02-13 01:14:10 · answer #5 · answered by babycakes3557 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're kidding right?
It's internal menstrunal protection. Better than a pad but can be messy to change, especially when you are in full flow and rather heavy.
2007-02-13 02:43:36 · answer #6 · answered by lunartic5 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for when they bleed
2007-02-13 01:22:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋