Friday, August 19, 2016

Learn The Benefits Of Using Menstrual Cups

By Amy Thomas


For many years now, women have been using pads or tampons to collect blood and protect their clothing during their monthly periods. However, there is another more reliable way that keep a woman clean and comfortable. This is by using menstrual cups. This cup is used similarly to a tampon but collects the blood rather than absorbing it. This cup can be long-lasting and reusable, but others could be disposable.

The flexible menstrual cup is usually made of latex rubber or silicone. The cup can be used throughout the cycle but need to be changed more often especially on a heavy flow day to avoid leaking. The cup should be removed after every 12 hours or in the case of leakage. Once the monthly period is over, the cup may be sterilized to be used in the next monthly period if it is not disposable.

There are a number of benefits accruing from the use of menstrual cup. First is that they are very convenient in comparison to the conventional pads or tampons. This is since the cup is usable overnight with no worries of changing and could be put on for longer periods without emptying compared to pads and tampons, this is about half a day. In addition, people with heavy flows and people who may be travelling find the cup convenient and easy to pack.

A cup presents health benefits to women compared to non-reusable sanitary products. This is since the cup has no harmful substances such as chlorine or fragrances. They as well pose no allergies and are preferable for individuals having sensitive skin, dermatitis and latex allergies. On top of this, they contain no absorption agents, which prevents vaginal dryness and are easily cleaned and disinfected.

These cups are also economical and promote a green environment. This is because the cups are designed to last longer and for years, lowering the cost in the long-term as there is no need to keep buying a new cup like other sanitary products. Also, since they are reusable there is less waste, thereby promoting a clean environment.

They also hold more fluid in comparison to the rest of the sanitary items. Normal pads hold about six to nine grams as opposed to the cup that hold close to five times that quantity. People having heavy flows therefore prefer them.

How the menstrual cup works is not usually complicated. Just before the period begin, fold the cup and insert it similar to a tampon without an applicator. When inserted correctly, you should not feel it. This is similar to putting a birth control ring or a diaphragm in place.

Once inserted, the menstrual cup springs open and rests against the walls of the vagina, although it may be rotated at first, and forms a seal in order to prevent leaks. When removing a cup, you just pull the stem sticking at the bottom, then pinch the base in order to release the seal. If the a cup is reusable, empty it and wash it with soap and water. If the cup is not reusable, just dispose it and replace with another one.




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