infections
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Prevention of Toxic Shock Syndrome
Women who use tampons can take several measures to prevent infection: Not using superabsorbent tampons Using the least absorbent tampons needed Alternating use of tampons and pads Changing tampons every 4 to 8 hours Women who have had toxic shock syndrome due to staphylococci should probably not use tampons and cervical caps, plugs, or diaphragms. 