ok this is regarding my cousin, yes she lives with me
last night she used her tampon and went to sleep, but forgot to set her alarm. This morning, she woke up late, and told me that she had over worn her tampon for 5 hours! I was shocked, yes 5 hours.
so she wore her tampon for 13 hours (she didn't sleep for that long tho, it's only after the shower)
And now she's shoked, and scared. She doesn't want to tell her parents, because she's afraid.
And now she's got ME scared, so does anyone know if anything bad's gonna happen? like TSS? or symptoms?
Please help, because I have absolutely no idea.
2007-07-01 07:42:46 · 19 answers · asked by Ak44 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
ok she's newbie at this
she's only worn this for 2 periods
and this time is her second time using tampons
does that make a difference?
2007-07-01 07:45:32 · update #1
OH yeah, and it's a Playtex Sport tampon
if you are wondering
2007-07-01 08:07:53 · update #2
About the 'worst' that could happen from wearing a tampon too long is 'heavy leakage' ... a tampon should be changed every four or five hours for that reason ... and most women who wear them should take them out and wear a 'pad' to bed, because it is 'dangerous' to have a tampon in you for 24 hours up to 6 days in a row. The 'symptoms' of TSS are fever, flushing (red skin) and what looks like 'broken blood vessels' in the palms of the hands at the 'fattest part' ... but I'm going to say that the chances are VERY SLIM that your cousin is in any real 'danger' ... and also that she needs to be 'more aware' so she doesn't 'overwear' her tampons any more. The 'first time' may be okay, but if she gets into the 'bad habit' her chances of getting TSS will go UP dramatically.
2007-07-01 07:49:38 · answer #1 · answered by Kris L 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Tampon 12 Hours
2016-12-15 12:06:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, a rule of thumb is every time you pee, change the tampon and again before you shower. I never wore tampons to bed, would use a pad . Many years ago there were tampons called Rely, that caused TSS, I wound up having endo problems and had a hyster at aged 28, partially due to using those tampons. I am not saying that a tampon will cause TSS or other problems, but they need to be used properly to prevent infection. If it is a very light day near the end, if you are not going to the beach, use a panty liner.
2007-07-01 07:49:08 · answer #3 · answered by vivib 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Actually, TSS could take effect weather or not u wear ur tapon more than 2-4 hours. BUT, i really dont think there is anything to worry abou, just monitor her appetite and if she gets sick, not from the thought of wearing a tampon for 13 hrs , but sick in general. If she starts to throw-up, diarreah or anything like that, have her go see a doctor. BUT like i said, i really dont think there is anything to wory about. Just make sure next time she keeps her tampon in for a healthy amount of time so you can avoid symptoms of any kind.
2007-07-01 08:02:36 · answer #4 · answered by Leelah 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've slept for like 12 or 14 hours and not changed mine. It;s not a good idea, but TSS is rare. She would have already started getting symptoms, so I'd say she's fine. Just so you know the symptoms are:
sudden fever of 103 or higher, fainting or near fainting when standing up, dizziness, diarrhea, rash that looks like sunburn.
I'm sure she's ok. There's always the option of pads for at night. Good Luck!
2007-07-01 07:50:34 · answer #5 · answered by C 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Honey, she will be fine. If she get's sick then it's time to worry, but I have been in situations where I have worn it for A LONG time and never ever had any problems. It really isn't a big deal. Just read about TSS and learn the symptoms.
2007-07-01 12:15:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can get tss by wearing a tampon for too long, but to tell you the truth, it is very rare, and probably won't happen. if she starts to get flu like symptoms then she should talk to her doctor or parents, and tell them about the tampon and that she may have gotten it but more than likely she will be just fine.
2007-07-01 07:47:56 · answer #7 · answered by prplfae 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I suggest that you take it out as soon as possible to avoid any chance of TSS(Toxic Shock Syndrome). I read about this girl who left hers in for eleven hours and she contracted TSS. I even saw this picture of this girls hands peeling really bad because of TSS. To be honest, I've left mine in for almost twenty-four hours once and I got lucky enough not to contract TSS. It's a rare but, very serious disease. For more information on TSS, I suggest that you check out the website listed below.
2007-07-01 08:01:50 · answer #8 · answered by Oh, it's like that? 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you forget changing your tampons regularly like for more than 8 hours, then that's how you will get TSS. But, as for right now, you should not worry about it but if you feel unusual like having fever or body aches then maybe its about time to see your doctor for immediate treatment.
2007-07-01 07:48:34 · answer #9 · answered by umkr_kmae 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This may not be much help....but I have done the same thing quite a few times for alot longer than 8 hours. I would just keep an eye out for any symptoms. But most likely she will be fine :)
2007-07-01 07:46:33 · answer #10 · answered by kweenb2327 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋