What does it mean if your tampon never stays in?
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after you put it in use ducktape to secure the tampon in place...works for me hope it works for you
378646
Could be something like a prolapsed uterus.  Check with your doctor.  It would be sitting low in your vagina, not your cervix.  Your cervix is the opening to the uterus.
938659
I'd say you haven't inserted it in far enough. You can get tampon applicators like Tampax or something, that you can insert into your vagina and it will deposit the tampon inside. Otherwise, get a smaller sized tampon and try an easier position to be in (like squatting or leaning a leg on something) when you insert it.\n\nIf it still hurts, I'd switch to using pads for a while.
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you have nipples, they are probably inverted, so they go inward instead of out. There are special bras to whear that are supposed to help, but I think they can be uncomfortable.
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You may be worried and nervous about using your first tampon. Talk to your mom or a friend who has used tampons. It is important to first learn how to use a tampon and then, just relax! The more you relax, the easier the insertion will be. When you are nervous, your muscles tense up, making insertion even harder. For your first time, you may want to try using a tampon when your menstrual flow is heavy; this should allow the tampon to glide in more easily. Choose the smallest size tampon for the first time. By following these simple guidelines, and those that come with your package of tampons, your first experience with tampons should be easy.\n\nSit or stand in a comfortable position. Some women prefer to place one leg on the toilet seat or tub, while others prefer to squat down. After you find a position that is most comfortable for you, hold the tampon with the fingers that you write with. Hold the middle of the tampon, at the spot where the smaller, inner tube inserts into the larger, outer tube. Make sure the string is visible and pointing away from your body.\n\n\nWith your other hand, open the labia (the folds of skin around the vaginal opening) and position the tampon in the vaginal opening.\n\n\nGently push the tampon into the opening, aiming for the small of your back. Stop when your fingers touch your body and the applicator, or outer tube, is completely inside the vagina.\n\n\nOnce the applicator or outer tube is inside of you, use your index finger to push the inner tube (the tube where the removal string is connected) through the outer tube.\n\n\nOnce the inner tube is all the way in, use your thumb and middle finger to remove the applicator or outer tube. Make sure that the string hangs outside of the vaginal opening. Later, when you are ready to remove the tampon, hold the string and gently pull it downward until the entire tampon is out. \nIf the tampon is inserted correctly, you should not feel it. If you feel uncomfortable in any way, you may have inserted the tampon incorrectly or the tampon may not be placed far enough into the vagina. If this happens, just remove the tampon and start again with a new tampon. Remember that practice makes perfect. If you don't get it on the first try, your second try will most likely be successful. Instead of getting frustrated and giving up, relax and try again!
731011
um it will eventually just fall off, might want to check with ur gyno I wouldnt be worried though =) I swear the stuff us girls have to deal with
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Its unlikely to have anything to do with sex.\n\nSome women have very short vaginal length and thus there isnt good room for a tampon. Also some women - and myself included in this - have a slightly different hip and pelvic angle, which causes the tampon to want to slide forward. With my hip angles I'm more likely to have them slip during the day when I'm walking than at night when I'm laying down. \n\nIt is unlikely she will ever get a tampon to stay in place correctly and should consider either pads or "cups" (menses cup) to use in place of a tampon if they cause her problems.
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It could be a sign of infection or hormonal imbalance.  If you are are changing a pad or tampon in an hours time, this is excessive bleeding which should be checked out immediately by going to your closest ER as excessive bleeding can lead to anemia.  \nIn any case, please see your dr asap as this is not normal.
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You can, but you shouldn't.  \n\nIf you leave a tampon in for too long you can develop something called Toxic Shock Syndrome. This disease can be prevented by not leaving a tampon in for more than 8 hours before changing it.
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i cant create a diagram, but it is usually because one holds their urine too long. Meaning, never "hold it!"
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Most doctors agree that if you haven't started menstruating by 16 it could be indicative of a problem, like hormones or thyroid issues. Also, if you have an eating disorder or are extremely athletic, or are under a lot of stress you will not cycle. It DOES NOT mean you can't get pregnant. See your Gyn so they can find the issue- and yes, unexpelled endometrial lining can have negative effects. See your doctor soon, but don't freak out- it's common.
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Its normal its a foreign object in your body and your body us trying to get rid of it by bleeding and flushing it out. At the time of insertion you may restart your cycle and many women complain they will get their period again. If you go more than a week with heavy bleeding I would go to the Dr and if the cramping worsens. Now by heavy what do you mean? are you having to change your pad every 2-3 hours?
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You may need to change your tampon more frequently.  Be gentle pulling the tampon out and putting the new one in; you can irritate the wall of your vagina, which can cause pain with removal (think if you had a scrape on your arm, then you went and yanked the scab off).\n\nYou may also have pain on removal because the tampon has expanded as it absorbs the blood and is tight coming out of your vagina.  While the vagina does stretch, for some girls or women, the stretching of a tampon then pulling it out can cause some discomfort.\n\nAsk your mom to make an appointment with your doctor, just to talk about what you've told us and to ask them some questions.  They should be able to help you out.  Your school nurse may also be able to answer your questions.
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You shouldn't wear a tampon unless you are actually on your menses. The tampon absorbs fluid that you don't have extra, resulting in dryness which can lead to an imbalance of the natural bacteria and result in a yeast infection or other infections. Wear a panty liner or even a thin maxi pad when you are expecting your period and make sure that you keep a tampon in your pocket or purse and be ready to go to the bathroom whenever you feel the dampness.
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The body doesn't work that way, sorry. Just wear a tampon--you'll be okay!
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The tampon packaging says there's a hole in the hymen that allows the tampon to go through.\n\nDon't worry about using tampons before you have sex.  Many women do it safely.\n\nThe previous answerer got it right, though.  You're a virgin until you have sex, whatever the state of your hymen is.
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You need to go to the doctor STAT! You can develop toxic shock syndrome, which can be fatal. This happens when tampons are inside of you for too long.