How often should you change tampons?

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During menstruation, freezing the toilet for too long will cause bacteria to multiply and cause vaginal infections. Therefore, you need to change tampons regularly, the frequency will depend on your menstrual flow and the type of tampon you are using.

1. How often should tampons be changed?

How often should tampons be changed is a question that many people care about. An obstetrician-gynecologist recommends changing tampons at least every 4-8 hours, but that's a general range. How often to change tampons depends on your menstrual flow and the type of tampon you're using. Your tampon should be changed before it is full, you can monitor how full it is during bowel movements or gauge it by feel. If the mouth of your tampon feels wet or uncomfortable, change it.
It is important to change tampons often to avoid leakage or discomfort even in less than 4 hours. Sweat and bacteria will cause some unpleasant odors. While this can be normal during your period, it's best to keep the vaginal area as clean and dry as possible. This not only helps to deodorize but also reduces the risk of infection.
For the night, you usually sleep for 8 to 12 hours, so changing the tampon will only be done when you wake up. Therefore, you need to use large and thick pads to better absorb, help the vaginal area stay dry.

2. How many tampons should you use in a day?

By a very rough estimate, in a day you would use four or five tampons, assuming that you get at least the recommended 7 hours of sleep at night. Keep in mind factors that may cause you to use more such as:
Exercise: Sweat can make things wetter and easier to smell. In addition, tampons can change and become tight with more exercise. There's a good chance you'll end up with an uncomfortable tampon after exercising. Hot weather: too humid vagina is not good and the hotter it is, the more moisture. Your plans: Depending on what you've planned for the day, changing out more pads before you head out can be a good idea even if your pads are still relatively dry. Think: date night, afternoon meeting, or a long flight when you wake up, leaving you with no time to change tampons. The first day of your menstrual cycle is usually the day when you have the most menstrual flow. So you may need to change your tampon more often on those days. The same goes for any other menstrual day (for those with heavy periods it can be every odd day). SEE ALSO: What type of tampon is suitable for teenage girls?

3. What type of tampon should you use?

The use of tampons can change the time to change tampons:
Pad pads: this is the common form and is divided into winged or wingless, ultra thin or thick. Ultra-thin tampons are often used during the days of light menstrual periods, while thick pads are often used at night and the first days of menstruation. Pads in the form of pads will only be used once and must be changed every 4 hours. Tampons: are products in the form of small sticks with the tip of a finger that are inserted into the vagina to absorb and need to be replaced about 4-6 hours. Menstrual cup: cup-shaped, inserted deep into the vagina to cover the cervix to collect menstrual blood and be reused. This is the most expensive type of tampon and the replacement time is up to 6-8 hours. The risk of developing toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is associated with the use of tampons and other period products inserted into the vagina, such as menstrual cups and plates. Therefore, based on the characteristics of each type of tampon that you are using to have the most reasonable time to change. Therefore, you do not need to worry about TSS when wearing tampons, but other infections can occur if you do not practice proper hygiene. Trapped moisture is a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi, and wearing tampons for too long can lead to infections, including yeast infections. Moisture and friction can also cause irritation or a rash and make you more susceptible to infection.
How often to use tampons to change must have the answer. In fact, the time to change tampons depends on the number of periods as well as the type of tampon you are using, usually from 4-8 hours. Change tampons regularly to keep the intimate area dry and you feel most comfortable and confident.

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Reference source: healthline.com