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Which feminine product is better?

By Ray-Anna Dicks

Tampons, Pads, Menstraul Cups

Tamons

Before tampons were invented women used washable cloth held together by a belt to absorb menstrual flow. Physician Earle Haas invented tampons in 1931, he got the idea when he visted a friend who used sponge to absorb her menstrual flow.

Pros

-Can be worn up to 6-8 hours

-Better for activities like running and swimming

-Different sizes

-Can be worn during sex

Cons

-May increase the risk of developing toxic syndrome

-Takes a while to learn how to properly use it

-Possible chance of causing bacteral infection and inflammation

Toxic Shock Syndrome

"Toxic shock syndrome is a rare, life-threatening complication of certain types of bacterial infections. Often toxic shock syndrome results from toxins produced by Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, but the condition may also be caused by toxins produced by group A streptococcus (strep) bacteria."

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/toxic-shock-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20355384

Pads

The sanitary belt was the first generation of pads, which was invented by Mary Beatrice Davidson in the 1920s, however because she was black her product did not go into until 30 years after. Over the years sanity pads have evolved, now they cater to women with flows and come in many sizes.

Pros and Cons

Pros

-Durable for heavier periods

-You know when it's time for a change

-Easy to use

-Different sizes

Cons

- Noticeable

- More likely to have an accident

Menstrual Cups

The menstrual cup have been around since the early 1930s, which was invented by American actress and author, Leona Chalmers. The cup is made of silicone, natural rubber, and latex. The cup was designed to be instered into the vagina and catch the blood flow.

Pros & Cons

Pros

-Reduce, resue, recycle

-Can be worn up to 12 hrs

-Does not affect your Ph balance

-No odour

-Can be worn during sex

Cons

-Takes time to learn to properly insert and remove it

-It can be messy

Sources

https://www.insider.com/guides/health/reproductive-health/tampons-vs-pads

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-to-choose-period-products-202210052828

https://www.shecares.com/menstruation/menstrual-cups

https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/facts-tampons-and-how-use-them-safely

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