Which type of tampon is suitable for teenage girls?

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Hello doctor! I'm 13 years old this year and I'm on my period. However, I don't know which type of tampon to use is suitable and has good absorbency. Looking forward to your doctor's advice, thank you!
Nguyen Thi Thu Giang (2007)
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Hello, Giang.
Currently most of the tampons on the market have good absorbency. Depending on the amount of your period, you can choose for yourself different types of tampons.
In addition to paying attention to the issue of choosing tampons, you also need to pay attention to the time to change the dressing. On average, women should change their bandages every 4-6 hours, or whenever the dressing is too absorbent or feels uncomfortable or wet. Every time you change the dressing, you need to clean the intimate area thoroughly and dry it to avoid the spread of bacteria that can cause an infection in the vagina.
When it comes to your period, in addition to tampons you can also choose to use tampons or menstrual cups, but these two methods are recommended for people who have had sex.
Thank you for submitting your question to Vinmec Health System. Wish you always healthy and happy.