Women have periods every month. The period is also called menstruation. The period is a natural process that occurs in women, during the period, blood and tissue from inside the uterus come out through the vagina. Bleeding usually lasts for 3-7 days during periods. Even though the arrival of periods is a natural process, in spite of this it is very important to take full care of hygiene during this time. Women use sanitary pads to take care of Periods Hygiene and avoid stains during periods. The reason behind this is their lack of comfort and lack of knowledge about its options. But can only sanitary pads be used during periods?
Let me tell you, using sanitary pads for a long time can also have a bad effect on their health. Apart from this, it is also harmful to the environment. Actually, sanitary pads are made of plastic and it can take more than 500 years to decompose completely. At the same time, the use of sanitary pads for a long time can also cause health and skin problems (such as deterioration of genital microflora balance, urinary tract infection, skin rashes, and genital tract infection). In such a situation, today we are going to tell you about the options for some sanitary pads…
Tampon
Tampons are the second most used item after sanitary pads, which helps in maintaining hygiene during periods. Although it is also not eco-friendly like sanitary pads, it can get rid of health and skin problems. At the same time, it is also very easy to use.
Use cloth pads
Cloth pads look and are used just like sanitary pads. These are made in such a way that you can wash them and use them again. Being made of cloth and cotton, it is also eco-friendly. Other toxic things are not used in making it like sanitary pads and its use also does not pose a risk of health and skin problems.
Menstrual Cup
Like a tampon, a menstrual cup is also inserted into the vagina. Compared to sanitary pads and tampons, more blood can be collected in one go. Women can use this option of sanitary pads for 3 to 5 years. Because of this, it is also kept on the list of eco-friendly.
Menstrual Sponge
Very few women know about the menstrual sponge. This is the next option of sanitary pads. The menstrual sponge is also called a sea sponge because it is extracted from the sea. It is completely natural and can be reused for up to 6 months. Like a tampon, a menstrual sponge is also inserted into the vagina and has a very good absorption capacity. Apart from being eco-friendly, it is also skin-friendly as no bleach, chlorine, chemical or synthetic material is used in it.
Menstrual Disc
Women can also use menstrual discs instead of sanitary pads during periods. It is also inserted like a menstrual cup but its placement is done a little further inside the vagina than the menstrual cup. The menstrual cup is placed under the cervix and the menstrual disc is placed on the vaginal fornix where the vaginal canal and cervix meet. It can be used for up to 12 hours.
