1. Replace every 2-3 hours
The genital area is prone to dampness, stuffiness, and delicate skin, so it requires a very breathable environment. If it is sealed too tightly, moisture can accumulate, which can easily breed bacteria and cause various health problems.
Many women like to choose sanitary pads with high moisture absorption, thinking that this can save them a lot of trouble and avoid frequent replacement. However, menstrual blood contains rich nutrients and can easily become a "culture medium" for the rampant growth of bacteria. If sanitary pads are not replaced for a long time, the accumulated menstrual blood in the local area greatly increases humidity, and the ventilation and breathability in the local area are poor, which is more conducive to bacterial reproduction and can easily cause bacterial infections. It is recommended that women replace it every 2-3 hours, and it should not exceed 2 hours in summer.
2. Wash hands before use
Many women do not have the habit of washing their hands before using sanitary napkins, perhaps because sanitary napkins are individually packaged, so they believe that sanitary napkins are clean and can be used with confidence. But in this process, they overlooked that the use of sanitary napkins requires a process of opening, smoothing, and pasting. If the hands carry a large amount of bacteria, it may "contaminate" the sanitary napkins and easily cause bacterial infections.
3. Women without sexual experience are not suitable for sanitary tampons
Sanitary tampons have a strong ability to absorb menstrual blood. When used, the tampon is inserted into the vagina, which will not affect clothing and is convenient for movement and exercise. It is favored by many European and American women. However, sanitary tampons are not suitable for girls without sexual experience and with intact hymen. Or, like the girl in the case, prolonged use of sanitary tampons may lead to the proliferation of Staphylococcus aureus in the vagina, causing symptoms such as sore throat, fever, joint and muscle soreness, decreased blood pressure, and ultimately shock and death.