Important information anyone using tampons needs to know:
Follow directions
Even if you have used tampons before, read the instructions below.
Wash your hands before
and after using a tampon.
This will help reduce the spread of bacteria.
Only use tampons when
you have your period.
Tampons are not intended to be used at any other time or for any other reason.
Change each tampon every 4 to 8 hours.
Never wear a single tampon for more than 8 hours at a time.
Use the lowest absorbency
tampon needed.
If you can wear one tampon up to eight hours without changing it, the absorbency may be too high.
Contact your health care
provider if you have pain,
fever or other unusual
symptoms.
If you have discomfort, pain or other unexpected symptoms like unusual discharge when trying to insert or wear a tampon, or if you have an allergic reaction, stop using tampons and contact your provider.
Know the signs of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) and how to reduce your risk. See below the section on TSS.
Precautions for Tampon Use :
What is TSS ?
Absorbency guide is an
industry standard,
whichever tampon you use :
TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrom) is a rare but very serious illness that can lead to death. The symptoms of TSS can develop quickly - early recognition and treatment of these symptoms can usually prevent serious illness.
Early symptoms and signs of TSS are similiar to the flu and may include a sudden fever (usually 39°c / 102°F or more), vomiting, diarrhea, fainting or feeling like you are going to faint when standing up, dizziness, or a rash that looks like a sunburn.
If you have any of these symptoms during your period or soon after your period, remove the tampon and seek medical attention immediately.Let the practitioner know you have used a tampon recently.
TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrom) is a rare but very serious illness that can lead to death. The symptoms of TSS can develop quickly - early recognition and treatment of these symptoms can usually prevent serious illness.
Early symptoms and signs of TSS are similiar to the flu and may include a sudden fever (usually 39°c / 102°F or more), vomiting, diarrhea, fainting or feeling like you are going to faint when standing up, dizziness, or a rash that looks like a sunburn.
If you have any of these symptoms during your period or soon after your period, remove the tampon and seek medical attention immediately.Let the practitioner know you have used a tampon recently.
