WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for July, 2000: Re: question about discharge and tampons

Re: question about discharge and tampons

From: jwang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 24 Jul 2000 07:32:18 -0500 (CDT)

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This discharge is normal. Mid-cycle, there is an increase in the mucous production from the cervix as part of ovulation. Tampons would be OK, just as long as you remember to change them regularly. The danger is since you aren't flowing, you may forget it is in, and leave it in too long - setting the risk for toxic shock. If you can wear a light day pad, that's better.

At Sun, 23 Jul 2000, Jenny wrote: >
>Hi, I'm new to the forum, and I have a question I was wondering if
>someone could answer. In between my periods I always have a heavy
>amount of discharge for a few days, its just a clear fluid (the
>discharge does not cause any irritation or anything) I have found that
>for me this discharge is normal, but it can be kind of annoying. Its a
>lot of discharge, but I hate to wear pads or pantyliners, I absolutely
>despise them. I would love to just use a tampon during these days, but
>I have always read (in the instuction booklet) that you should not use
>tampons in between periods. But recently, I have read some old posts on
>this forum, mentioning tampon use for discharge, I've also read on some
>other sites that you can. I was hoping a doctor might be able to tell
>me if it is ok to use a tampon in between periods for regular discharge.
>
>Thanks

-- J Wang, M.D Assitant Clinical Prof. Tufts University School of Medicine

statements are informational only and should not constitute a medical plan or treatment recommendation.

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