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Rebekah Louise Benfield

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) And Menstrual Sponges

Toxic Shock Syndrome - TSS - and Menstrual Sponges

Is the idea of wearing a sea sponge as a menstrual product, during period sex, or as a form of contraception, appealing to you?  The internet is full of information about bleached and cotton tampons and the potential risk of developing toxic shock syndrome (TSS). But what about sea sponges, do they carry the same risk? In this post, we’re going to explore what TSS is and it’s symptoms, the treatments available, and how to use a sea sponge safely…

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