PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The risk of toxic shock syndrome is reduced by ____
A
performing monthly breast self-exams
B
practicing abstinence
C
bathing regularly
D
changing tampons often
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Change tampons regularly (at least every four hours). Avoid using super-absorbent tampons. Only unwrap the tampon if you are going to use it immediately.

Detailed explanation-2: -Toxic shock syndrome is still mostly a disease of menstruating women who use tampons. But it has also been linked to the use of menstrual sponges, diaphragms, and cervical caps. A woman who has recently given birth also has a higher chance of getting toxic shock.

Detailed explanation-3: -To err on the side of caution, remove a tampon after 4 to 6 hours, but no longer than 8 hours. After 8 hours, your risk of developing TSS-along with other infections or irritations-increases.

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