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The Menstrual Cycle: Some practical issues

Left: Menstrual pads. Right: Tampons.

Tampons and menstrual napkins
Most modern women wear tampons during their menstrual periods. These tampons are made of cotton or similar absorbent material, and they are introduced into the vagina where they absorb the menstrual flow. As long as they are replaced often enough, there is no medical objection to their use. In case of heavier menstrual bleeding, the traditional menstrual pads or napkins may be more appropriate.