Tampon usage for incomplete quads w/ sensation?

[quad_21]

So I was blessed with a lot of sensation after my accident, and I can tell if something is bothering my body. Is it wise to use them? Or does it come with the same risk as a walking person. I hate pads and I starting school Monday, and I will be cathing some days at school. I figure tampons would be easier and cleaner then a pad? Thank you for the input!!! :o

[woman from Europe]

I have been using it my whole life and never heard it was dangerous

[SCI-Nurse]

Just as with an able bodied woman, you should change tampons every 4-6 hours to avoid risks for toxic shock. I find that they are actually better if you can use them for most women with SCI as pads (esp. maxi-sized ones) can cause problems with skin. I do know some women who choose to use an adult diaper for their periods because they can change these themselves, and cannot do so with the tampons, or find tampons uncomfortable or even cause AD. Some have chosen to use Instead (http://www.softcup.com/) menstrual cup instead (although they are hard to find in stores now days). It is very individual and you have to find what works for you.

(KLD)

[quad_21]

thank u

[dash]

I get slight ad more from pads then tampons.