A model who lost both legs after using a tampon and having a fever rise to 42°C

TSS can occur due to infections or wounds inside the vagina caused by tampons, menstrual cups, etc.

Methods that can help prevent TSS include using tampons, menstrual cups, contraceptive caps, and diaphragms in quantities or frequencies beyond what is necessary or recommended.

Do not leave it unattended for a long time, wash your hands after use, keep wounds and burns clean, and carefully monitor for signs of infection (e.g., rash, swelling, or pain).

Experts generally recommend changing tampons regularly every 4 to 6 hours according to the pattern of menstruation.

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I'm an American doctor, and I was told never to use tampons for the rest of my life, not because of pregnancy concerns, but because they are very harmful to uterine health...