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Toxic shock sydrome
I am 16 years old and I had recently had to be transported from an ambulance to Santa Clara ICU because I had been diagnosed with toxic shock syndrome, my organs almost failed and I almost died. I was wondering if it would be okay for me to use tampons again but be more careful this time? ha, Cause I HATE pads.
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I would be too scared to chance that again. If you don't want to wear pads I would suggest trying an alternative like the Diva Cup. If you go to divacup.com there is more information about it there. It won't cause TSS and you can leave it in longer than a tampon. I love mine!
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It would be fine to try them out again. Now that you are aware of what TSS is and what the symptoms are you would know what to watch out for. But try using a lower absorbency and changing it more often then every 8 hours. Bump that to maybe 4 hrs if possible. And I agree with you I hate pads as well.
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you can use them again, but you should be so careful.
i would suggest setting up alarms for when you have to change them (whether its on your cell phone, or your watch)
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Since you have had TSS before you should probably consult with your doctor first. Just to be on the safe side. :)
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