Because really, is there anything worse?
."Sometimes patients experience stop-and-go periods, where they start bleeding, have a brief hiatus, and then continue bleeding," Dr. Arumala tells POPSUGAR."During this time frame, there is no blood to lubricate the tampon." Whatever the cause, a dry tampon can feel nearly impossible to remove.
However, a tampon can also be placed too deeply into the vagina — in an area doctors call the posterior fornix — which can be uncomfortable and make removal more difficult."This is a small area underneath the external face of the cervix," Dr. Arumala explains."The lip of the cervix and the wall of the vagina envelope the tampon, almost creating a suction-like grip.
If you find yourself needing more room or a better angle, Dr. Arumala recommends moving from the toilet to the shower. In the shower, you will have no interference from the toilet bowl and can even use a mirror to get a better visual; repeat the same exact steps in a squat position. Sitting in a warm, unscented bath, either before or after trying to remove the tampon, may also be beneficial, as"it can help with relaxing pelvic muscles," Dr. Arumala explains.
If you're unable to remove a tampon that's been in for nearly eight hours, Dr. Arumala says you should see a doctor immediately, as there is a potential risk of toxic shock syndrome , a severe bacterial infection commonly linked to super-absorbent tampons. You don't have to wait until the eight-hour mark, either. In fact, it's preferred that you come in sooner rather than later — TSS, while relatively rare, isn't something you want to gamble with.
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