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What is the least amount of time you can leave a tampon in, i put on in like 20 minutes ago for the first time, and i want to take it out before i go to sleep, but i need to get to sleep by 10:30 at the most!!!! can i take it out then, or will it hurt!!???

2007-08-24 14:15:42 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health Women's Health

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There is no least amount of time. I mean until it gets full then change it. You're not supposed to keep one in for more than 8 hours even though i have done so quite often. So if you wanted to wear one through the night you can if your comfortable with it.

2007-08-24 14:21:14 · answer #1 · answered by missywuwu4u 3 · 1 1

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.


im not trying to scare you but using a tampon comes with some pretty big resposibilities

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.



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
SYMPTOMS:
-Sudden high fever
-A sunburn-like rash
-Diarrhea
-Dizziness, fainting, or lightheadedness
-Vomiting

just be careful

2007-08-24 21:26:37 · answer #2 · answered by [*]Heart Melter[*] 2 · 0 1

You can take it out and it won't hurt it will just feel like you are pulling out a dry tampon, so you will feel it drag out a bit, but it is cotton so it doesn't hurt. If you're really worried about it, set you alarm and get up & take it out in a few hours. You should be able to go right back to sleep. I have left tampons in overnight many times and no TSS yet! :)
Good luck & don't stress it will make your muscles tighten. Just relax and pull gently...

2007-08-24 21:21:15 · answer #3 · answered by Kwik Wit 1 · 1 0

It might hurt if it hasn't been in long enough. Just grab the string and pull quick, the slower you go the more it might scrape. You could try getting in the tub and pull it out under the water, sometimes that helps.

2007-08-24 21:22:06 · answer #4 · answered by Leralei 2 · 1 0

I've never tried a tampon before, but I'm only 13. I don't think it'll hurt to take it out since you eventually take them out anyhow.

2007-08-24 21:19:57 · answer #5 · answered by Greeny 3 · 0 1

You can take it out whenever you want, just don't leave it in for more than 8 hours, though they prefer you change them every 2-4hrs (but none of us want to get up in the middle of the night for that)

2007-08-24 21:20:26 · answer #6 · answered by damniana 1 · 3 1

You can take it out straight away.

It won't hurt, but because it is dry, may be SLIGHTLY uncomfortable.

If you were to put another in straight away that is way more uncomfortable, but still doesn't hurt.

2007-08-24 21:20:40 · answer #7 · answered by Tarkarri 7 · 1 0

if your flow is heavy enough it should be (umm wet?) enough to take out by bedtime. if not take a bath and that will get it wet. its being dry that makes it hurt.

2007-08-24 21:21:14 · answer #8 · answered by ChynaRush 3 · 1 0

it depends on your flow. when mine isnt heavy, i still take it out, and it doesnt hurt that bad. give it a try. it wont kill ya! good luck! ;)

2007-08-24 21:19:35 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

im sorry but i can't help you with that i say put it in for like 30 mins. or just use a pad

2007-08-24 21:26:56 · answer #10 · answered by bbjp89 2 · 0 2

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