Can You Pee With A Tampon? It’s Time To Find Out!

Take a sigh of relief because, yes! You can pee with a tampon in. It won’t soak up in pee or hinder the flow of urine when it’s inside your body.

Let’s accept it! Tampons are a great alternative to sanitary pads. It also lets you enjoy sports and go about your daily activities without any fuss.

But there are obvious concerns regarding peeing with a tampon in, and about the tampon string. Let’s clear all of that today!

Can You Pee With A Tampon In? Here’s The Answer!

Yes! You should be able to pee with a tampon in without it getting soaked in urine. In fact, you should be able to carry on with all your daily activities! Be it peeing or pooping, your tampon will not come into contact with any of these discharges, thanks to the human anatomy!

To make things clearer, here’s a quick recap of a female’s external anatomy-

Your external genitalia(1) has three openings – the urethra, vagina, and anus.

• Urethra: The urethra is the first opening at the top, from where the urine flows out of the body.
• Vagina: Then there is the vagina, through which period blood is shed.
• Anus: And finally, you have the anus, which facilitates the removal of intestinal waste (casually known as poop!).

As you can see, our bodies have multiple openings for different purposes. It means that even if you have a tampon inside your vagina, there is no way it will come into contact with urine when you pee.

But what about the string? That’s next in line!

Addressing The Tampon String: Keeping It Clean

As you know, a tampon always comes with a string to facilitate its removal. It hangs outside the vagina while the tampon stays in place to do its job.

And yes, there is a fair chance of the string getting wet while you pee. But there are ways to make sure it remains dry.

The third method works best if you hit the bathroom every 4-5 hours. But if you’re someone who needs to pee every hour or so, changing often can be quite cumbersome. It will also be a costly affair.

So, unless you’re a cleanliness freak, you will be better off with the first and second methods.

Hold the tampon string out of the way while peeing; wipe yourself from front to back when you’re done.

Can You Also Poop With A Tampon In?

Again, our answer is a positive yes! You can poop even when you’re wearing a tampon, because your poop comes out of your anus while your tampon remains untouched inside your vagina.

However, with pooping, there is a chance of the tampon falling off the vagina while you’re on the toilet. It typically happens when you’re straining yourself too much to get things moving. Since the rectum and vagina are side by side, the pressure can dislodge the tampon and cause it to slip out.

The best way to ensure this problem doesn’t arise is to remove the tampon before you poop.

Is It Sanitary To Pee With A Tampon In?

Peeing or pooping with a tampon does not increase your chances of developing a urinary tract infection (UTI). But if you fail to hold the tampon string out of the way and it gets smeared with urine or poop, you may be at risk of developing bacterial vaginosis.

To give you an idea, bacterial vaginosis can cause

• Vaginal itching
• Bad vaginal odor
• Gray or green vaginal discharge(3)
• A burning sensation while urinating.

So, just take care of the string and wipe yourself from front to back when you’re done. You will be all set!

How To Insert A Tampon? The Right Way!

Inserting a tampon for the first time may seem intimidating. But once you get the hang of it, you will soon become a pro!

Here are the steps to follow for inserting a tampon:

For more detailed instructions and tips, check out our article on how to insert a tampon.

Why Does It Hurt To Pee With A Tampon In?

Experiencing pain or discomfort while urinating, especially when you have a tampon in, can be due to the following reasons:

• Poor Tampon Positioning: If your tampon is not deep into the vagina, it can press against the urethra, causing pain while you’re in a seated position for peeing.
• Infection: If you have a vaginal infection or a UTI that you’re unaware of and continue using a tampon, you may feel pain, stinging, or discomfort while you’re peeing.
• Dryness: Tampons have the tendency to absorb fluids. When there’s not enough menstrual blood, your tampon will likely absorb the moisture inside your vagina, leading to dryness and irritation. This may cause you some discomfort when urinating.
• Sensitivity: Tampons may not work well for everyone. Women with sensitive vaginas may feel more discomfort than others who have no trouble wearing them. If you are not comfortable with a tampon on or it hurts while peeing, it’s better to switch to menstrual cups or pads for the time being.

Tips for Pain-free Tampon Use

For those of you who persistently feel discomfort and pain when you pee with your tampon on, here are a few things you can do:

1. Check if you have inserted your tampon properly and if it is placed deep inside your vagina.
2. Try another tampon with lower absorbency or thickness so it does not soak up your natural vaginal moisture and cause irritation and dryness.
3. Use a clean tampon every single time and wash your hands well before insertion to maintain high level of hygiene.
4. Drink lots of water to keep your urinary tract healthy and ensure your urine output is not very concentrated. Concentrated urine can sometimes give you a burning sensation and cause discomfort.

After trying all these techniques, if the problem still persists, you shouldn’t wait any longer to discuss this issue with your gynecologist. They can check if there is any underlying issue causing the pain or if it is just because of the tampon. Whatever it is, listen to your doctor’s advice, and you’ll soon feel better!

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Concluding Thoughts

So, ladies! The mystery behind “Can you pee with a tampon?” has finally been solved! Now you know that, yes, you can, and there is no harm in peeing with a tampon inside your body. We hope this clarification has flushed away all your doubts related to tampon use and bathroom rituals. 

Here’s to your newfound confidence. Cheers!