Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: When to Change Your Tampon
• Part 2 of 3: How to remove a tampon
• Part 3 of 3: How to remove a tampon without a string
• Tips
• Warnings

It is quite natural every month to fear the day when your period will come. But tampons can make these days a lot easier and more comfortable! Thanks to tampons, you can swim, play outdoor games and generally go about your daily activities. As soon as the tampon enters the vagina, it begins to deform and swell slightly. However, removing the tampon is not as difficult as it might seem. With a little practice, it will become much easier!

Steps

Part 1 of 3: When to Change Your Tampon

1. 1 To avoid leaks, you should change your tampon every 3-5 hours. Although the instructions indicate that the tampons are effective within 8 hours, it is usually recommended to change them more often. Depending on the amount of discharge, you should change the tampon with a new one every 3-5 hours - this will help to avoid leakage.
   • The tampon must be changed after a maximum of 8 hours, otherwise the risk of toxic shock syndrome - a rare but rather dangerous infection with a possible fatal outcome - increases.
   • If, when replacing a tampon, you find a very small amount of blood on it (or you have removed an almost dry tampon), try changing it to another one with a lower adsorption capacity (it is indicated on the package in the form of droplets). It is always recommended to use a tampon with a lower absorbent capacity.
2. 2 Be sure to change your tampon if you feel any discomfort or moisture. The reason is that the tampon has stopped absorbing blood and begins to leak.
   • If you're worried about leaking the tampon, put on a thin pad beforehand.
3. 3 Change your tampon if you feel any discomfort. When the tampon is inserted correctly into the vagina, it should not cause any sensation. If you feel something, then the tampon is not inserted deep enough. Wash your hands and use your clean index finger to push it slightly to push it a little deeper into the vagina.
   • If the tampon does not give in in any way, or attempts to push it cause painful sensations, then the vaginal mucosa is too dry - you need to remove the tampon and start all over again. It is better to try changing the used tampon to a new one with less absorbent capacity.
4. 4 To change the tampon, pull on the string and the tampon should slide out smoothly. Pull the string on the tampon lightly as you go to the bathroom. If after that it quickly and easily comes out of the vagina, then it's time to change it.
5. 5 If you notice blood marks on the tampon string, change the tampon. Even if the tampon itself is not yet completely saturated with blood and it is not very easy to leave the vagina, traces of blood on the lace indicate that the tampon will soon begin to leak.
6. 6 Watch for signs of toxic shock syndrome. Remove the swab and seek medical attention if you notice a sudden rise in temperature (usually 38–39 ° C), red spots all over your body that look like sunburn, dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea or diarrhea. These are sure signs of toxic shock syndrome. Fatalities were very rare, but there is still a risk. These symptoms should be taken seriously.

Part 2 of 3: How to remove a tampon

1. 1 Sit on the toilet and spread your legs. Thanks to this position, you will not stain anything.
2. 2 Relax. In general, removing the tampon is a painless process. If you're feeling stressed or nervous, just take a few deep breaths and try to distract yourself with something like a magazine. Don't squeeze the vaginal muscles.
   • If you can't relax, try urinating. This will relax the muscles a little and you can easily remove the tampon.
3. 3 Pull the string at the end of the tampon. The tampon should come out of the vagina without difficulty (slight resistance is allowed).
   • If the tampon doesn't come out or is painful to pull out, it may not be time to change it.If it hasn't been 8 hours since you last changed your tampon, wait a couple more hours and then try changing it again. If it's been 8 hours, try urinating to relax, and still take out the tampon.
   • If you remove the tampon after 4-8 hours and find very little blood on it, it is better to change it to a less absorbent one or use a sanitary napkin instead of the tampon.
4. 4 Once you've removed the tampon from your vagina, wrap it in toilet paper and throw it in the trash can. Some manufacturers claim that their tampons can be rinsed off, but this is generally not a good idea. In fact, tampons do disintegrate, but not that quickly, so you shouldn't flush them down the toilet as they don't clog pipes and cause many other plumbing problems that can cost you a lot of money to fix.

Part 3 of 3: How to remove a tampon without a string

1. 1 Do not panic. Even if you cannot find the string from the tampon, or it just came off, the tampon cannot "get lost" in your body.
2. 2 Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Moisten your hands, then apply some soap. Wash your hands thoroughly, then rinse them. Dry your hands with a clean, dry towel.
   • If your hands are dirty, there is a high risk of transferring bacteria to the vagina.
   • Keep your nails short and filed down smoothly, otherwise you may get scratched.
3. 3 Sit on the toilet in the same position as you injected a tampon. For example, you can sit on the toilet, squat down, or stand with one foot on the floor and the other on the toilet. Choose the position that is most comfortable for you. Take a deep breath and try to relax.
4. 4 Insert your index finger into the vagina and feel the tampon. Move your finger deeper and deeper in a circular and back-and-forth motion until you feel the tampon. It can be displaced to the side or it can be located deep in the vagina, near the cervix and behind the bladder.
5. 5 Insert a second finger into the vagina, then clamp the tampon between them.
   • If you can't feel the tampon or are having trouble getting it out, try sitting down on the toilet and actively contracting your vaginal muscles, as if you were trying to push or have a bowel movement.

Tips

• Do not flush a used swab down the toilet. It can block the drain and pipes.
• Do you need help? Don't be afraid to ask your parents or a friend for help.
• Try to remove the tampon exactly the same way as you inserted it. This will help reduce soreness and discomfort.
• If the tampon is dry, it is best to remove it later (but no later than eight hours). If it is wet, it should come out relatively easily.

Warnings

• Before using the tampon, make sure that the absorbency is suitable for you. If you have very little discharge, and you use a tampon marked "Super", it will not have time to soak in blood and moisture and can lead to microcracks in the vaginal mucosa, which in turn is fraught with toxic shock syndrome.
• Toxic shock syndrome. Quite rare, but very dangerous disease. It occurs when a tampon has been used for a long time. Therefore, it is important to change the tampon if 8 hours have passed since the moment it was inserted into the vagina!