Tattoos
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Tampon Tampons are used to collect menstrual Tattoos Tattoos have been used in many cultures fluid. They are made of either synthetic fibers such as rayon or natural fibers such as cotton. These fibers are manufactured into a compact tubular shape that allows for easy insertion into the vagina. Tampons come in different levels of absorbency. This allows the woman to select the tampon to meet the demands of her menstrual flow. Women should select the lightest absorbency needed to provide effective coverage. If the tampon is difficult to remove or does not need to be changed in 4 hours, it may be too absorbent. If any signs of irritation appear in the vaginal area, consider changing brands or switching to sanitary pads. Tampon users should be aware of the signs of toxic shock syndrome such as high fever, low blood pressure, and sunburn—like rash, vomiting, and diarrhea. One brand of tampon, Rely tampons, was removed from the market after studies demonstrated that there was an increased risk of toxic shock syndrome associated with their use. This increased risk has not been associated with the use of any other brand of tampon. SEE ALSO: Menstruation, Toxic shock syndrome
Suggested Reading Chin, H. (1997). On call: Obstetrics and gynecology (p. 283). Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders. Scott, J., et al. (1999). Danforth’s obstetrics and gynecology (8th ed., p. 287). Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders
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to identify beauty, position or status, and worth. They mark rites of passage, such as a life cycle event (marriage, pregnancy, childbirth, death), change in an individual’s social position, the progression from childhood to puberty, and the initiation into social and different family groups. For instance, both men and women of the Maori tribe of New Zealand are tattooed beginning at puberty. Individuals may also choose to have tattoos done for artistic, spiritual, or other personal reasons. There are similarities between the tattoos of men and women but the tattoos of the female Moko were generally confined to the chin and lips and were designed to attract a mate. It was thought that having a full set of very blue lips was the ultimate in beauty. A tattoo is a permanent coloration of the second layer of skin (dermis) that is produced by puncturing the skin and inserting indelible inks of a chosen color in a selected pattern or design. The designs that are favored have changed over time and may differ depending upon the particular social context. For instance, some individuals who are members of the armed services prefer patriotic or military tattoos. Other individuals may wish to have the names of their loved ones tattooed on their bodies, while still others use tattoos to memorialize specific events or experiences. Still others wish to use tattoos to have permanent makeup and have their eyebrows and their eyeliner done permanently. In deciding whether or not to have a tattoo done, it is important to remember that a tattoo remains with
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Tattoos you permanently. Decide ahead of time how public you wish to be
