TSS and Tampons

TSS symptoms

What is TSS? TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome), is a dangerous infection caused by a bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus. TSS occurs [...]

Pros and cons of using a tampon

Risk of over soaked tampon

Tampons, like sanitary pads, are another kind of  menstrual device. Tampons are inserted completely inside the vaginal canal with the [...]

What are tampons: How to insert a tampon

Non-applicator tampon string

Tampons are one of the environmentally friendly, disposable menstrual products used to absorb your monthly menstrual flow. A tampon is [...]

Menstrual Blood Problems: Color, flow, odor and thickness

Understanding menstruation - 1

Understanding menstruation: Menstruation is a woman’s monthly bleeding, also called a period or menses. The bleeding happens when the thickened [...]

What causes blood clots during periods

Blood clots in periods

Many women  notice blood clots during their menstruation. The clots may appear bright red, brown or even black in color. [...]

Factors that cause breast cancer in women

Factors that cause breast cancer in women

There can be many factors responsible for breast cancer. There are different kinds of risk factors such as the environment, [...]

Early symptoms of breast cancer in women

Early symptoms of breast cancer

Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast. It is the [...]