Absorbent allergy is a type of skin irritation that usually happens due to increased temperature and humidity, especially when there are other substances with irritating potential, such as menstrual blood.
In addition, allergy can also occur only due to the material of the absorbent itself or some substance contained in the absorbent, especially odor inhibitor perfumes. In the production of tampons, various materials such as plastic, cotton, perfumes and absorption materials can be used, which can cause allergic reaction.
People who have this problem should, whenever possible, prefer to use a cotton tampon, which has less allergenic potential, or completely prevent the use of any type of tampon, giving preference to other options such as the menstrual collector or absorbent panties.
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How to identify allergy
The most common signs and symptoms that occur in people with allergy to the absorbent are:
- Discomfort and itching in the intimate region;
- Feeling of irritation or burning;
- Redness and peeling.
Some women may attribute allergy to other factors that cause irritation, such as having an intense menstrual flow, using moisturizers not adapted to the intimate region or changing the soap with which interior clothing is washed. For this reason, allergy to the absorbent may take time to be identified.
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Make an appointment with the nearest gynecologist to investigate whether the symptoms are allergic to the absorbent:
How to treat
The first thing to do is discontinue the use of the absorbent that is causing the allergy.
Also, whenever washing the intimate region, it should be done with abundant cold water and hygiene products adapted to this region. The gynecologist can also advise creams or corticosteroid ointments to apply for a few days to relieve irritation.
During the menstrual period, women should opt for other solutions to absorb blood, which do not cause allergy.
What to do during menstruation
For people who cannot use absorbent due to allergy, there are other options that the person should experience to realize which one adapts the most to their body:
1.
The inner tampon like OB and Capax is a great solution for women who allergies to the outer absorbent and is a good option to be able to go to the beach, in the pool or exercise during menstruation.
To use internal absorbent safely and avoid developing vaginal infections it is essential to have clean hands whenever introducing or removing it and being careful to exchange it every 4 hours, even if your menstrual flow is small. See how to correctly use the inner absorbent.
2. Menstrual collectors
The menstrual glass or menstrual collector are usually made of medicinal silicone or TPE, a type of rubber used in the production of surgical materials, which makes them hypoallergenic and very malleable. Its shape is similar to a small glass of coffee, is reusable and has a long validity.
These collectors are sold by brands such as inciclo or luna me. Clarify the most common doubts regarding the menstrual collector.
3.
100 % cotton tampons are a great choice for women who allergies to other tampons, because they do not have synthetic materials, chemical additives or residues responsible for allergic reactions.
4. Absorbent panties
These absorbent panties look like normal panties and have the ability to absorb menstruation and dry quickly, avoiding allergic reactions, because they have no irritating ingredients and can be reused. There are already several brands available for sale, such as Pantys and Herself.
It is also advised to avoid the use of tight and tight clothes in the intimate region, which can also increase temperature and moisture in the place, which can cause irritation and create the false feeling that there is an allergy to these products.
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