to put like vasaline or petrolium jelly on a tampon? my whole family has done it for a long time but im just curious
2007-06-03 16:45:01 · 14 answers · asked by coloradogirl21 3 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I wouldn't do it.
2007-06-03 16:48:28 · answer #1 · answered by Cat 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. KY Jelly only.
Vaseline and products that contain petrollium jelly arent meant for vaginas.
When doctors do a PAP Smear, water based is what they use. Typically KY Jelly.
Your family likely did this because the old carboard inserts were uncomfortable back in the day, but they are now made of plastic for more easy insertion.
2007-06-03 23:48:32 · answer #2 · answered by Paramedic Girl 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
On the applicator before insertion,I can't see too much problem. Back in the old days,tampon applicators were made out of cardboard,not plastic like now. Probably did it to make insertion easier.
2007-06-03 23:48:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'm sure it's fine. Are you talking about on the applicator or the actual tampon? I dont' think it would hurt you but might not make the tampon absorb as well if you but it on the tampon itself?
2007-06-03 23:48:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, it is safe - many people use it for that purpose, and it doesn't seem to hinder absorption.
Some people's vaginas don't 'lube' as well as others, so they need a little help during periods.
Don't use it to lubricate a condom, though; it will break down the rubber [ buy surgical lubricant ].
2007-06-04 00:08:41 · answer #5 · answered by Nurse Susan 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
well, people have used vaseline as a lubricant for other things, so I don't think there is any problem with it. Doesn't that kind of interfere with the absorbtion?
2007-06-03 23:48:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I wouldn't use it in a large amount but it should be safe. you may want to wear a pantyliner or something so it doesn't leak onto your pants and such...
2007-06-03 23:47:54 · answer #7 · answered by Kaci 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
not really.... but why anyway? tampons just slide on in.
2007-06-03 23:50:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see why it would bother you. It may break you out though. I would ask your doctor.
2007-06-03 23:48:21 · answer #9 · answered by blondie 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
they put that stuff on the utensils they use when they give you a pap so logically i think it is alright
2007-06-03 23:49:10 · answer #10 · answered by papillongirl 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋