Toxic Shock Syndrome
Preventing toxic shock syndrome
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The following measures can help reduce your risk of TSS:
- treat wounds and burns quickly and get medical advice if you develop signs of an infection, such as swelling, redness and increasing pain
- always use a tampon with the lowest absorbency suitable for your menstrual flow
- alternate tampons with a sanitary towel or panty liners during your period
- wash your hands before and after inserting a tampon
- change tampons regularly as often as directed on the pack (usually at least every four to eight hours)
- never insert more than one tampon at a time
- when using a tampon at night, insert a fresh tampon before going to bed and remove it on waking
- remove a tampon at the end ofyour period
- whenusingfemale barrier contraception, follow the manufacturer's instructions about how long you can leave it in
It's a good idea to avoid using tampons orfemale barrier contraception if you've had TSS before.
