Is Toxic Shock Syndrome Sneaking Up on You? The Shocking Signs You Can’t Ignore (And How to Stay Safe)
What causes toxic shock syndrome?
There are several risk factors for TSS, but the main cause is bacteria – especially when it comes to tampon use.
How tampons can cause toxic shock syndrome
Bacteria can grow on almost anything. It can begin growing on a tampon while it’s in your body if it isn’t changed often enough or if the absorbency level is too high. In both situations, the bacteria can become trapped in your vagina and enter your uterus.
Additionally, if the absorbance level of the tampon is too high, it can cause your tampon to stay dry and stick to the walls of your vagina. Not only will this cause some discomfort during removal, but it can also cause tiny tears on your vaginal walls. The bacteria can enter these tears and get into your bloodstream, leading to TSS.
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