tampons or pads??

Question

which one and why?

Answer 1

TAMPONS!! Pads suck, they're so uncomfortable and they'll make you itch. Use tampax pearl or a brand that makes a plastic aplicator because they slide in better, sometimes the cardboard ones will hurt.

Answer 2

Pads around the house, tampons when I go out.

Answer 3

tampons because there not in the way and you don't have to worry about them as much except for you can't leave then in for a very long time. some people are more comfortable with pads but i personally like tampons.

Answer 4

Tampons. There is less mess. And you can do anything with them. Pads feel like diapers.

Answer 5

Pads for beginners. tampons are good for when you want to go swimming or something.

Answer 6

i personally thank the stars for who ever invented the tampon. pads made me so sore because they get hot and u have to worry about the smell and the look of them like pampers for adult women. once u get the hang of putting it in right u dont feel em

Answer 7

Tampons...
* I like to swim
* I don't like feeling like I'm wearing a diaper
* I don't like when pads slide out of place
* I can wear my tight, skinny jeans if I feel like it, and no one can tell I'm on my period
* More portable/smaller (fits in the pocket of those tight, skinny jeans)
* Less messy

Answer 8

If you are unmarried and live in India, pads are best choice - for various reasons, better understood by experience than by someone's advice.

Answer 9

Pads are rectangles of absorbent material that you stick to the inside of your underwear. Some have extra material on the sides (called "wings") that fold over the edges of your underwear to better hold the pad in place and prevent leakage. Sometimes, pads are called sanitary pads or sanitary napkins.

Tampons (say: tam-ponz) also absorb menstrual blood, but they work from inside the vagina. A tampon is also made of absorbent material, but it's pressed tight into a small cylinder shape. The question all girls wonder is — how do you put them in? Some tampons have applicators, which are plastic or cardboard tubes that help put the tampon in place. Other tampons can be inserted using your fingers.

Many girls start out using pads, but might want to use tampons when they do sports or go swimming. You'll want to talk to your mom or another woman you trust when you are trying to decide which is right for you.

Light or Heavy Flow?
Both pads and tampons come in different sizes for heavier and lighter periods. They also come in deodorant varieties, but simply changing them often can cut down on any odor. You might wonder how often pads and tampons must be changed. It depends on how much menstrual blood you have, but it's a good idea to change pads at least every 3 or 4 hours even if you're not menstruating much. Naturally, if your period is heavy, you should change pads more often because they may get saturated more quickly.

Once you've removed your pad, wrap it in toilet paper and put it in the trash can (or if you're in school or another public restroom, use the special disposal box that's found in most stalls). Don't try to flush a pad down the toilet — they're too big and may back up the toilet and make a huge (embarrassing!) mess.

Like pads, tampons come in different sizes for heavier and lighter periods. "Super" generally means that variety is for heavy flow. Try to use the least-absorbent tampon that you need. Using one that's too absorbent can cause problems. Like pads, tampons also come in deodorizing scents. Again, regular changing usually can manage any odor concerns.

Tampons are also easy to use, but you do need to learn how to put them in. If tampons appeal to you, you can learn a little about them before you get your first period. The directions inside the box will explain how to insert them. When you try one for the first time, follow the directions carefully and be sure to relax.

Many girls worry the tampon might get lost inside them. Luckily, that can't happen. The opening of the cervix (located at the top of the vagina) is just too tiny for a tampon to get through. Tampons typically have a string attached to one end that stays outside a girl's body and can be used to remove the tampon at any time. If you have trouble finding the string, don't worry. Relax and you'll be able to find it.

A tampon needs to be changed every 4 to 6 hours or when it's saturated with blood. Because you can't see it as you would with a pad, you'll need to remember when it's time to change, or spotting and leakage will occur on your underwear. Pull gently on the string that is attached to the end of the tampon, pull it out, wrap it in toilet paper, and throw it in the trash. Don't flush it in the toilet unless it says on the box that it's flushable.

Preventing Toxic Shock Syndrome
It's very important that you change your tampon every few hours. Why? Because leaving one in too long — like all day or all night — puts you at risk for a rare but very dangerous illness called toxic shock syndrome (TSS). That's why it's a good idea to use the least-absorbent tampon you need. That may sound weird. You might think the most-absorbent one would be best because you wouldn't have to change it as often.

But when you keep a tampon in too long, bacteria can grow. Girls who use very absorbent tampons are most at risk for this because the tampons are kept in for a long time, giving the bacteria plenty of time to grow. These bacteria can grow within the tampon, enter the body from inside the vagina, then invade the bloodstream, releasing toxins that can cause a very severe, and occasionally life-threatening, illness.

Symptoms of TSS include high fever, vomiting or diarrhea, severe muscle aches, a feeling of extreme weakness or dizziness, and a rash that looks like a sunburn. If you ever have these symptoms while wearing a tampon, remove it and tell an adult immediately. Have someone take you to the nearest emergency department as soon as possible.

But remember that this problem is very rare and most women never become ill from using tampons. When deciding whether to use pads or tampons, it's really up to you. Some girls like tampons because they can go swimming with no problem, and they are easy to store in a purse or pocket. Another advantage to tampons is that they can't be felt because they're inside the body. A pad may feel bulky to some girls.

Other girls like pads because they're easy to use, and you don't need to remind yourself to change them. Many girls switch back and forth: Sometimes they use tampons and sometimes they use pads, depending on the situation, where they're going to be, and their menstrual flow. Some use pads at night and tampons during the day. And some girls with heavy periods use tampons together with pads or pantiliners for added protection against leakage.

Answer 10

All the women & girls I know use pads or napkins just like me.