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Fact or fiction: Virgins can't use tampons

 
I have been using pads the year and a half that I've had my period. I want to try using a tampon but my sis said you have to have sex first before you can use a tampon and I'm too scared to ask my mom. Can I use a tampon even though I'm a virgin?

 

Yes, you absolutely can use a tampon even though you’re a virgin. When a girl has sex, her hymen is broken, but this can also happen while playing sports or during an accident. However, whether or not a girl’s hymen is broken has no effect on using tampons, so both virgins and non-virgins can use ‘em.  You might want to set your sis straight on that. 

 

Tampons are great to use if you’re tired of pads or feel like they’re not giving you the protection that you need.  Even though you were scared to ask your mom about this, she’s a great source of info and can help with all your period questions.  Tampons can be a bit tricky at first, but don’t hesitate to get help from your mom or doctor—they’ve got lots of helpful info.  
 
 

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MOD MOD MOD I have my period and i HATE walking around with a pad i feel like i pee'd myself or somthing i really want to wear tampons cause I've had my period for about a year and i feel ready to wear one and i always ask my dad and he says no like what gives? its my body and i feel like i need to wear them at school in gym my periods are usually heavy in gym cause i run allot. And i dont have a mom so i can only talk to my dad about it Frown Any advice?

 

Hey girl,

 

Ask your dad if he'd be willing to let you make an appointment with a female doc or nurse to discuss the benefits and risks of tampons, and how to put them in. If there's a professional involved, maybe he'll let up a little. It's hard for him to take on the female side of parenting, and he's probably doing the best he can, so let him know that you appreciate what he's doing but that you think you're ready to wear tampons. Good luck!

Meghan D.

by mozilla10 on 12/31/2011 12:31:47 PM

 
 

What is your hymen!?

by HolaGurl105 on 12/16/2011 7:40:22 PM

 
 


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Ok so I was wondering if being sick effects your period because I've almost had my period for 2years and its still a little unregular but this is the first time I'm sick when I'm suppose to get it. I was suppose to get it Saturday but it didn't come and still hasn't come and I'm still sick. I haven't had sex or anything like that so I just wondered if you can get your period when your sick or if it comes when your healthy only???


 


Lynae P.

by iski202 on 12/7/2011 6:37:57 PM

 
 

MODMODMOD My Mom won't let me use tampons because she's afraid that my hymen will break. Is it possible for that to happen, because I want to try to use them for the first time.

 

Hey girl, your hymen can break by doing a number of different things. Activities liking riding a horse or bike, or doing gymnastics can break it. I don't think there are strong chances of your hymen breaking with a tampon, although I'm not sure. As long as you get ones that are small and feel comfortable for you, you should be okay. Hope this helps!! Smile Smile

Lynae P.

by sammy_sn0wflak3 on 12/3/2011 8:23:14 PM

 
 



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can u tell me the signs of a yeast infection. because i think i might have one. And secondly when i went to put a tampon in for the first time (i had my period at the time) i put it in put i couldnt push it any furthor, it just wouldnt go. So i went swimming with it like that and it was a little uncomfortable but it went fine. So what should i do since i cant push it furthor???




Hey girlie,

First, about the tampon: keep trying! Your bod will get used to the tampons and you'll have an easier time with more use. Once it's in as far as it's supposed to be, you won't feel uncomfortable wearing them at all! And it always feels a little weird inserting/taking them out, but you get used to that too. And you get faster, so it's a snap! Smile




Now, about the yeast infection. You will DEFINITELY notice the itching and/or burning sensations coming from "down there." It won't just feel like it's itching on the outside either - it'll kinda feel like it's itching all over, including inside. Sometimes it also comes with thick, white, cottage cheese-like discharge. If you have either of those, get to your doc! It's no big deal - I've had one and most girls will experience their first before they turn 25. The doctor can prescribe creams/treatments that get rid of it really fast - which will be a BIG relief if it's itching! <3
Lauren C.

by hermionelover on 12/2/2011 12:35:52 AM

 
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