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Question:
hey i'm 15 yr old girl and i find it almost impossible to use a tampon because of pain and burning does this have something to do with being a virgin still?
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Answer:
by Poosha Darbha: (09/28/2007)
Since you have not given much information about how you tried, let me start at the basics.
Tampons come in different sizes and you may select one which is slender. This is ideally suited for teenagers. The tampons also come with different types of applicators (like plastic, cardboard ones). The plastic applicator with rounded tip is better.
The packing comes with directions for use and if carefully followed, insertion of tampon should not cause any discomfort. It’s important to stay relaxed. Many girls are apprehensive that they may 'lose virginity' or are afraid of pain and so get tense. If you're tense it could make the process a little uncomfortable.
As you may have noticed on the instruction booklet, there are certain positions which make insertion of tampon painless. For ex., place one foot on the top of the toilet or squat over the toilet. Slide the applicator two inches or so into the vagina (tampon side in), but not so far that you can't hold the outer of the two tubes that make up the applicator. Push the inner tube into the outer tube, releasing the tampon into the vagina. Slide the applicator out.
It may help to coat the applicator and the tampon tip with a water-soluble lubricant, such as KY Jelly, at first. If you still have difficulty/pain/burning while using the tampon you should see a doctor for an examination to rule out a variation of the hymen or other minor problems that prevent insertion.
Once you’ve inserted the tampon fully and correctly you do not feel the tampon inside. If you can feel the object, it may mean it's not inserted properly. You'll need to remove it and try it again. (The first few attempts with a tampon may seem awkward. That’s okay. The more you practice, the more natural it becomes)
Precautions:
• Wash your hands with soap and water before inserting a tampon.
• Change the tampon every 6-8 hours. Keeping it for longer periods can lead to infection, bad smell and, in worst cases, to what is called toxic shock syndrome.
• If, on rare occasion, the string is lost and tampon remains inside the vagina, squat over the toilet, and try to locate it with your index finger. If you are able to feel it, or the string, "bear down". This may be painful or difficult, especially if you are a virgin. If you don't succeed, your doctor will be able to remove it.
• Avoid tampons during the lightest days of your period.
Reviewed by: Kathleen VanKirk DHS
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