Tampon Risks
This can happen if you leave a tampon in too long.
What is an infection?
TSS is caused by a harmful type of this tiny organism.
What is bacteria?
Practicing with this type of tampon, which has a plastic or cardboard applicator, can make insertion easier.
What is a beginner or regular tampon?
This period product sticks to your underwear.
What is a pad?
You can always talk to this parent or adult about periods.
What is your mom (or dad/guardian)?
Tampons are safe if you do this every few hours.
What is change it?
To lower your risk of TSS, you should change your tampon at least this often.
What is every 4-8 hours?
True or False: Using a tampon for the first time always hurts
What is false?
This thin liner can be worn on light days or with a tampon.
What is a pantyliner?
This school worker can help you if you start your period at school.
What is a teacher?
Some people worry that this string might get lost—but it won’t!
What is the tampon string?
A sudden high fever, dizziness, and a rash can be signs of this rare condition.
What is Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)?
If you’re nervous about tampons, you can talk to this trusted person for advice.
Who is a parent, older sibling, or friend?
Some people prefer using this combination of two products together for extra protection.
What are a tampon and a pantyliner?
True or False: It’s okay to ask questions about periods, even if you feel embarrassed.
What is true?
Leaving a tampon in for more than 8 hours can increase the risk of this.
What is an infection or TSS?
True or False: TSS can only happen if you use tampons.
What is false?
One way to reduce the chance of TSS is to alternate between these two products.
What are tampons and pads?