why does my stomach hurt when i insert a tampon?
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Anonymous. It's very common for young women to experience discomfort when first using tampons. ... First of all, wearing a tampon will not cause pain in the stomach, so the fact that you are having trouble suggests that it's not sitting in the right place.
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One safety issue associated with using tampons is toxic shock syndrome, a rare disease caused by a toxic substance that is produced by certain kinds of bacteria. The toxic substance can cause organ damage (including kidney, heart, and liver failure), shock, and even death.
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Why does it hurt to poop on my period? A few things can cause pain when you poop while on your period, including: constipation, which can make stool hard and painful to pass. menstrual cramps, which can feel worse when you strain to poop.
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Reaching an orgasm is a pleasurable moment but it also causes uterine contractions, which can lead to stomach ache post-sex. Another reason responsible for this is being in the period of ovulation. Deep penetration can cause pain if there is fluid in the pelvic area, which can be caused due to the release of the egg.
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Period pain is common and a normal part of your menstrual cycle. Most women get it at some point in their lives. It's usually felt as painful muscle cramps in the tummy, which can spread to the back and thighs. The pain sometimes comes in intense spasms, while at other times it may be dull but more constant.
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They shouldn't! You shouldn't even be able to feel your tampon inside you, no matter what position you are in. I suspect your tampon isn't inserted deep enough and that's why you are feeling it when you sit down. ... Sometimes tampons are inserted properly but slip down because they aren't the right size.
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The fact that it hurt when you pulled it out is because tampons are designed to expand in your body. When you pull out a dry tampon that's only been in your vagina a short time, it can be uncomfortable. Next time, give the tampon a chance to absorb some of your menstrual flow.
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A tampon is inserted into your vaginal opening, which falls somewhere in the middle of your urethra and your anus. I recommend taking a mirror and having a look down there to find where the opening is. Alternatively, you could use your finger or a tampon to feel around for where the hole is.
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Tampons are inserted into you're your vagina where they absorb menstrual fluid before it has a chance to leave your body. Your vaginal muscles keep the tampon in place until you're ready to take it out. It won't move around until you do. That's why you can't feel a tampon.
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Should I be able to feel a tampon inside me? No. When a tampon is inserted correctly (pushed far enough in) you won't be able to feel it. Tampons are designed to be worn in the upper part of the vagina, the part furthest away from the vaginal opening.
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Tampons are inserted into the vagina to absorb menstrual flow when people have their periods. They are cylindrical in shape and made of cotton, rayon, or a blend of the two. Tampons are either designed to be inserted using a plastic or cardboard applicator or to be directly inserted, without an applicator.
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For most girls, inserting a tampon doesn't hurt. ... But if the tampon does hurt, stop, and do not force it in. In some girls, the hymen (a little piece of tissue across the vagina) prevents easy insertion of the tampon. If you're using tampons for the first time, try a slim-fit one.
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Another advantage to tampons is that they can't be felt because they're inside the body. A pad may feel bulky to some girls. Other girls like pads because they're easy to use, and it's easier to remember when to change them since you can see them getting soaked with blood.
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Tampons soak up menstrual blood, but they may also block some menstrual flow from the vagina, which could extend the duration of bleeding. Sanitary pads should not hinder the menstrual flow, so some people feel that using them can help their period to end sooner.
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Belly pain also can happen with a urinary tract infection or a blocked intestine. Infection by bacteria or a parasite, heartburn, irritable bowel disease, or inflammatory bowel disease also can cause it.
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Furthermore, there's a lot going on in your uterus as the fertilized egg implants and begins to grow. While there's no research indicating that implantation itself causes cramps, some women do feel abdominal tenderness, lower back pain, or cramping around the time of implantation.
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Many people find that spicy foods upset their stomachs, giving them diarrhea, stomach pain, and even nausea. If your stomach struggles to tolerate spicy foods or if you're not used to eating them, it might be best to avoid them during your period.