Are Tampons Safe?
Question: I want to use tampons but my mum says it’s not safe. I hate wearing pads. They make me feel wet and yuck. What can I do?
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I Put My Tampon In and It's Leaking
Question: A while ago I got my period and one day I inserted a Tampon and …
Hard to Insert Tampon
Question: Hi, I tried my first tampon last week, but it was really painful…
Does It Hurt to Insert a Tampon?
Question: With a tampon every one says that it hurts really bad, how bad is the pain?
Do Tampons Affect Fertility?
Question: If you use tampons can it effect fertility?
Do Tampons Take Your Virginity?
Question: I haven't started my period by I asked my mum about tampons and she said that they're dangerous because you could lose your virginity if you put them in. Is this true?
How to Insert a Tampon
Dr. Kroman: Inserting a tampon shouldn’t hurt. It should be very easy
How Long Can I Keep a Tampon In For?
Dr. Kroman: The general rule for tampon-wear is to change every 3-4 hours…
Feeling Sick After Inserting a Tampon
Dr. Kroman: It sounds like you had something called a 'vaso-vagal' episode.
Inserting a Tampon & Itchy Vagina
Dr. Kroman: The main things you need to do are: get in the right position and try to relax…
It Hurts to Take a Tampon Out
Inserting and removing tampons shouldn't hurt. Try relaxing…
Can 12 Year Olds Use Tampons?
Dr. Kroman: Yes, tampons can be used from the first period, as soon as the tampon user is comfortable with this.
Using a Tampon When Not On Period
Dr. Kroman: It certainly wouldn't be harmful but it's usually easier to use tampons when…
Lost the Tampon String?
Dr. Kroman: Tampon strings are very tightly bound inside the tampon and don't fall off.
My Vagina is Too Tight, Tampon Doesn't Fit
Dr. Kroman: The muscles inside the vagina (pelvic floor muscles) can be very tight. Also…
How to Relax When Inserting a Tampon
Dr. Kroman: The main things you need to do are get in the right position and don’t over think it.
Tampon Feels Uncomfortable
Dr. Kroman: Inserting a tampon shouldn’t hurt. It should be very easy.
Tampon Sizes
Dr. Kroman: There are lots of tampons available in different shapes and absorbencies. Super tampons are for heavy flow and are the biggest tampons available...
Can I Wear a Tampon Overnight?
Dr. Kroman: Sleeping with a tampon is not a problem so long as you…
My Tampon Won't Go In
Dr. Kroman: Have you tried standing with one foot on a stool or the toilet? Also, you might like to try…
Trouble With Applicator Tampons
Question: This may be a bit awkward... Butttt, I have tried putting an applicator tampons in sooo many times and it just won't go in!
Swimming During Heavy Flow
Question: I am a competitive swimmer and am in the water everyday day at least once for 2.5 hours. I also have a really heavy flow….
Allergic To Pads
Question: I've been using pads for a while now, but recently I have been getting a type of rash when I wear pads…
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)
Question: What is TSS?I