When should I change my sanitary napkin

Sanitary napkins are a substance used by women during menstruation. There are two main types of sanitary napkins: tampons and ordinary sanitary napkins. In addition to general sanitary napkins, there is also a kind of medicated sanitary napkins. It is not recommended to buy medicated sanitary napkins because they are not suitable for everyone. If you have a sensitive constitution, you may experience some discomfort after using medicated sanitary napkins. Next, let’s take a look at the appropriate time to change sanitary napkins!

The skin of the genitals is similar in structure to the skin of the lips and is very delicate. It requires a breathable environment. If it is closed too tightly, moisture will accumulate and it will easily breed bacteria and cause various gynecological inflammations. The frequency of changing sanitary napkins is not a matter of time, but is determined by quantity. Studies have shown that sanitary napkins that are not changed for two hours in a humid environment can cause bacteria to grow in large numbers. Therefore, sanitary napkins and sanitary pads must be changed frequently, even when the amount of fluid is small.

On days with heavy flow, change one piece every two to three hours. On days with light flow, change one piece every half a day. On the last day when the flow is light, a sanitary pad can be used instead. If your flow is not very heavy, you can put a layer of clean, soft, lint-free paper on the sanitary napkin.

It doesn't mean that you won't get gynecological diseases if you change sanitary napkins frequently. The amount of sanitary napkins you change depends on the amount of each person's menstruation. If you like sports and exercise a lot, you should change your sanitary napkin more frequently, otherwise the sweat will mix with the menstrual blood and stay on the sanitary napkin. When the flow is high, it is best to change it every 2 to 3 hours, and when the flow is low, do not exceed 4 to 5 hours. Even if you have your period, you should clean your vulva every day, and you should pay more attention to cleaning during your period. Before using or changing the sanitary napkin, be sure to wash your hands to avoid spreading germs on your hands to the sanitary napkin.

The above is the appropriate time to replace sanitary napkins. Another thing to pay attention to is when purchasing sanitary napkins. It is best to buy sanitary napkins produced by regular manufacturers, and avoid buying sanitary napkins without any quality assurance. People with sensitive skin are better off buying cotton sanitary napkins with better breathability. And wear cotton underwear and wash and change it frequently.