{"id":7293,"date":"2017-07-07T07:41:15","date_gmt":"2017-07-07T14:41:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/help-my-teen-daughter-wont-talk-to-me-about-her-period\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T09:43:32","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T09:43:32","slug":"i-think-i-have-tss-i-need-help-im-scared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/i-think-i-have-tss-i-need-help-im-scared\/","title":{"rendered":"I Think I Have TSS, I Need Help, I&#8217;m Scared\u2026"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;color:#333;&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/I-think-I-have-TSS-I-need-Help-Im-Scared.png&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text module_class=&#8221;italic-text-hover&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.1&#8243;]\n<p>We receive lots of great questions through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/\">PeriodTalk<\/a> forum \u2013 and this one is a concern that many young girls have. For that reason, we wanted to share our answer here to help others who may be struggling with the same worry.<br \/> <!--more--><br \/> Here\u2019s the question:<\/p>\n<p><i>\u201cI thought I had the flu as of two days ago. Started with itchy throat, then next day the throat turned very sensitive and sore. This didn\u2019t alarm me right away for I have always had issues with throat soreness at least 1-2 a year. However, the third night out of nowhere I woke up at 3AM, vomiting, having light diarrhea, body aches, headaches (which I never get) and abdominal pain. I think I may have TSS shock. I immediately took out my tampon and felt a little better but now I\u2019m about to go to the ER to get checked and I\u2019m just scared. I wanted to know what kind of tests they run if you go in with suspicion of TSS\u2026..any advice.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n<p>Thank you for reaching out to us. First \u2013 we are so sorry you\u2019re feeling scared. The good news is, you\u2019re aware of the risk and acting proactively.<\/p>\n<p>Here are our top tips for ladies who fear they may be affected by Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=&#8221;blog-heading-style1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]1. Identify the Warning Signs[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]The top symptoms of TSS can often be mistaken for the flu. In most cases, the symptoms appear 2-3 days after infection and start slowly, but progress rapidly. The key is if you experience these symptoms after using a tampon, having surgery, or experiencing a skin injury. They include:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]\n<ul class=\"bullets_wrapper_danger\">\n<li>High fever (usually about 102 degrees)<\/li>\n<li>Low blood pressure<\/li>\n<li>Headache &amp; muscle aches<\/li>\n<li>Muscle aches<\/li>\n<li>Confusion<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n<li>Rashes on the feet or hands<\/li>\n<li>Redness in or around eyes, mouth, throat, and vagina.<\/li>\n<li>Seizures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=&#8221;blog-heading-style1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]2. Contact a Doctor[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]If you have any of the above symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. TSS is a rare but extremely dangerous condition \u2013 and if you have even the slightest suspicion that you may have it, it\u2019s important to get a professional opinion before you do anything else. Prompt treatment can help to avoid more serious complications or organ damage.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=&#8221;blog-heading-style1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]3. Remove Tampon Immediately (keep if possible)[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]If you still have your tampon that you removed, place it in a sandwich bag and take it with you. Your doctor may check your blood and urine for infection, and to check your liver and kidney function. They may also take swabs of cells from your cervix, vagina, and throat. These samples are analyzed for the bacteria that cause toxic shock syndrome. Having access to the tampon can help to provide more definitive information to your physician. When you go to the ER, be sure to share all of the information you covered in this post.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.1&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1em&#8221; height=&#8221;0px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;][\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.1&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||10px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||10px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight: 500;||   &#8220;]4. If Diagnosed\u2026[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8221;]If you are diagnosed with TSS, learn the measures you\u2019ll need to take to prevent recurrence. Once you\u2019ve been diagnosed, you have a 30% chance of getting it again. If you\u2019ve ever had TSS, you should immediately cease the use of tampons, and opt for a natural solution, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/index.php?route=product\/search&amp;search=pads\">organic cotton pads<\/a> instead.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221;]REMEMBER \u2013 you are your own best health advocate. If you fear that something serious is wrong, your intuition is there in order to keep you safe. It never hurts to get checked out by a professional to make sure everything is all clear. With a condition as serious as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/period-puberty-info\/period-concerns\/toxic-shock-syndrome2\/\" title=\"TSS\">TSS<\/a>, it is far better to be safe than sorry.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]If you are also worried about TSS, have no fear. You are not alone \u2013 and there are tons of resources and support available to you.<\/p>\n<p>Do YOU have a question to ask us? We\u2019re all ears! Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/\">PeriodTalk Q&amp;A forum<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/contact-us\/\">shoot us a message<\/a>. 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For that reason, we wanted to share our answer here to help others who may be struggling with the same worry.\n<!--more-->\nHere\u2019s the question:\n\n<i>\u201cI thought I had the flu as of two days ago. Started with itchy throat, then next day the throat turned very sensitive and sore. This didn\u2019t alarm me right away for I have always had issues with throat soreness at least 1-2 a year. However, the third night out of nowhere I woke up at 3AM, vomiting, having light diarrhea, body aches, headaches (which I never get) and abdominal pain. I think I may have TSS shock. I immediately took out my tampon and felt a little better but now I\u2019m about to go to the ER to get checked and I\u2019m just scared. I wanted to know what kind of tests they run if you go in with suspicion of TSS\u2026..any advice.\u201d<\/i>\n\nThank you for reaching out to us. First \u2013 we are so sorry you\u2019re feeling scared. The good news is, you\u2019re aware of the risk and acting proactively. Here are our top tips for ladies who fear they may be affected by Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]1. Identify the Warning Signs[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]The top symptoms of TSS can often be mistaken for the flu. In most cases, the symptoms appear 2-3 days after infection and start slowly, but progress rapidly. The key is if you experience these symptoms after using a tampon, having surgery, or experiencing a skin injury. They include:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]\n<ul class=\"bullets_wrapper_danger\">\n \t<li>High fever (usually about 102 degrees)<\/li>\n \t<li>Low blood pressure<\/li>\n \t<li>Headache &amp; muscle aches<\/li>\n \t<li>Muscle aches<\/li>\n \t<li>Confusion<\/li>\n \t<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n \t<li>Nausea<\/li>\n \t<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n \t<li>Rashes on the feet or hands<\/li>\n \t<li>Redness in or around eyes, mouth, throat, and vagina.<\/li>\n \t<li>Seizures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]2. Contact a Doctor[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]If you have any of the above symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. TSS is a rare but extremely dangerous condition \u2013 and if you have even the slightest suspicion that you may have it, it\u2019s important to get a professional opinion before you do anything else. Prompt treatment can help to avoid more serious complications or organ damage.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]3. Remove Tampon Immediately (keep if possible)[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]If you still have your tampon that you removed, place it in a sandwich bag and take it with you. Your doctor may check your blood and urine for infection, and to check your liver and kidney function. They may also take swabs of cells from your cervix, vagina, and throat. These samples are analyzed for the bacteria that cause toxic shock syndrome. Having access to the tampon can help to provide more definitive information to your physician. When you go to the ER, be sure to share all of the information you covered in this post.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"]4. 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