Disposable Sanitary Pads

Disposable Sanitary Pads

Panty Liner

There are several different types of disposable sanitary pads:

• Panty Liner – Designed to absorb daily vaginal discharge, light menstrual flow, “spotting”, slight urinary incontinence, or as a backup for tampon use.
• Ultra-thin – A very compact (thin) sanitary pad, which may be as absorbent as a Regular or Maxi/Super pad but with less bulk.
• Regular – A middle range absorbency sanitary pad.
• Maxi / Super – A larger absorbency pad, useful for the start of the menstrual cycle when menstruation is often heaviest.
• Night – A longer pad to allow for more protection while the wearer is lying down, with an absorbency suitable for overnight use.
• Maternity – These are usually slightly longer than a maxi/Super pad and are designed to be worn to absorb lochia (bleeding that occurs after childbirth).

The shape, absorbency and lengths may vary depending on manufacturer, but usually range from the short slender panty liner to the larger and longer overnight. Long pads are offered for extra protection or for larger women whose woman’s undergarments might not be completely protected by regular length pads, and also for overnight use.

Other options are often offered in a manufacturer’s line of pads, such as wings or tabs that wrap around the sides of the woman’s underwear to add additional leak protection and help secure the pad in place. Deodorant is also added to some pads, which is designed to cover menstrual odor with a light fragrance. There are even panty liners specifically designed to be worn with a thong/G-string.

Abnormal Menstruation

I. The Absence of Menstruation (Medical term: Amenorrhoea)

We will use the term “amenorrhoea” on the rest of this page when referring to the absence of a menstrual period. There are to subgroups, primary and secondary amenorrhoea. The two most common causes of amenorrhoea, pregnancy and menopause, will be discussed elsewhere.

Secondary amenorrhoea is usually define as the absence of a cycle for more than 90 days in a previously normal individual. ( Three missed cycles). If periods are absent for more than three months it should always be investigated

Primary amenorrhoea occurs when menstruation is still absent at a age when a girl should be menstruating. The onset of the first menstruation varies in different populations but should be present in most populations at the age of sixteen. If a young girl’s peers are all menstruating and she is not , she should be examined.

The conditions that cause primary amenorrhoea will be discussed later.

The following organs are involved in the occurrence of a normal menstrual cycle
1. The endometrium.
2. The ovaries
3. The pituitary gland
4. The hypothalamus (special area of the brain)

1. The Endometrium
The endometrium is usually either thick (stimulated by estrogen) or thin (estrogen stimulation absent). Also see “The Female Reproductive Organs” and “Normal Menstruation“.

2. The Ovaries

Menstruation depends on the secretion of hormones by the ovaries. In the absence of menstruation there is usually anovulation (the ovary is not releasing any egg cells). Also see “The Normal Ovary”.

There are a few possibilities
1. The follicles do not develop and no estrogen are produced. In this case the endometrium will be thin.
2. The follicles might developed but they do not rupture. Estrogen is produced but it is not opposed by progesterone and the endometrium becomes thick. In the latter case there is usually one or many estrogen producing follicles present.

Sonar examinations might show the presence of follicles and blood tests will determine the estrogen levels in the blood. Refer to this page and this one for more information.

3. The Pituitary Gland

The pituitary gland secrete many hormones that control the function of our bodies. Three of these hormones are important as far as menstrual function is concerned. They are FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone), LH (Luteinizing Hormone) and Prolactin. It is possible to determine the levels of these hormones via a blood test. Also see “The Pituitary and Menstrual Cycle”.

If the FSH and LH levels are high and the estrogen levels low, than the problem is usually in the ovary. The ovary is not responding to FSH and LH and the FSH and LH levels keep on increasing trying to get the ovaries to respond.

If the FSH is normal but the estrogen and LH are high , polycystic ovarian disease must be excluded. (See polycystic ovaries .

If the FSH , LH and Estrogen are all low , a problem in the pituitary or in the hypothalamus must be excluded.

A high prolactin level should also be investigated further.

The information obtained from blood tests combined with the microscopic diagnosis of the endometrium will give the medical practitioner a clear indication about the cause of the amenorrhoea.

Treatment will depend on the desirability of pregnancy. It a pregnancy is required ovulation induction treatment will be given else hormonal treatment will be given to normalize the cycle. It is very important in cases with a thick endometrium that the cycle should be normalized to prevent endometrial cancer later in life. ( please remember if your endometrium is thick , you do not have cancer, but it can develop into cancer over a period of years (more than ten years) if it is not treated.).

Highly effected medicines are now available to treat high prolactin levels. In many instances these drugs are able to shrink tumors (growths) of the pituitary gland. It is also important to remember that it is only a minority of persons with high prolactin levels that will develop pituitary tumors.

II. Heavy Menstruation(Medical term: Menorrhagia)

There are three kinds of heavy menstruation. The volume of the bleeding is increase, the duration of the bleeding is increased or both the volume and duration are increased.

The causes of heavy menstruations are:

1. Hormonal
2. Abnormalities in the genital tract
3. Other hormonal problems (eg. diseases of the thyroid gland)
4. General diseases.

III. Acyclic Bleeding. (Medical term Metorrhagia)

This is bleeding that occurs at any time and the duration of the bleeding is unpredictable. Sometimes it lasts for weeks and than on other occasions only for a few days. without a cyclic pattern.

Source:  Abnormal Menstruation

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Female Infection

Female infections are a concern for most women. Often appearing in conjunction with the menstrual cycle or following it, these infections are often not a major problem, but there are some that can be life threatening.

Fortunately, there are ways for women to prevent many infections associated with reproductive organs. Adopting a proper hygienic routine during the menstrual cycle can be a major step toward preventing complications such as infections from arising in the first place.

Women who want to take a proactive approach to health and infection prevention are discovering that certain sanitary products can be very useful. Those that rely on anion technology are proving quite useful.

Infections In Women

Although not all infections related to women’s reproductive organs are directly associated with menstruation, it is during this time of the month that bacterial growth can be a strong risk. Menstrual flow, if left unchecked, can produce an environment that is perfect for the growth of a variety of bacteria.

Some of the infections that appear in conjunction with menstruation or after it include:

• Yeast infections, which involve a fungal growth
• Bacterial vaginosis, which can have a variety of sources and severity levels
• Toxic Shock Syndrome, which can be potentially fatal

Vaginal yeast infections are caused by fungal growth in the vagina. This rather common occurrence is one that can present with many rather discomforting symptoms.

Women will find that yeast infections are fairly easy to treat and don’t seem to discriminate on who they happen to strike. They are, however, more frequent in women undergoing certain treatments or who have certain diseases.

Prevention of yeast infections is sometimes possible. It does take a careful touch to reduce the likelihood of this condition forming, however. Proper hygiene at all times of the month can make a difference.

What Causes Yeast Infections?

Yeast infections in the vagina are generally caused by Candida. This form of yeast is commonly found even in a healthy vagina. If it is allowed to grow unchecked, it can create problems for a woman. There are a number of things that can cause yeast to grow out of control within the vagina, they include such things as:

• Taking certain antibiotics
• High estrogen levels caused by hormone replacement or pregnancy
• Certain illnesses like HIV or diabetes

Symptoms Of Yeast Infections

Yeast infections can have a number of symptoms that can be very disconcerting to a woman. They include:

• Vaginal itching
• Burning
• Pain, especially painful intercourse and urination
• Thick, cottage cheese like discharge

Treating Yeast Infections

Yeast infections are normally treated with over the counter antifungal medications. These might include creams or suppositories for topical application or tablets to be taken by mouth. In some cases, infections will clear up on their own. In certain instances, however, prescription strength antifungal medications might be needed.

Preventing Yeast Infections

It is sometimes possible to prevent yeast infections from forming by taking a few proactive steps. They include:

• Wearing cotton underwear
• Keeping moisture away from the vaginal area
• Avoiding the use of scented pads and tampons
• Frequently changing pads during the menstrual cycle

Vaginal yeast infections can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. While they are considered quite harmless in most cases, prevention is always a good approach to take.

The Benefits Of Anion Sanitary Pads

Women who want to take prevention a step further are discovering the potential benefits of specialized sanitary napkins that can improve oxygen flow and prevent bacterial growth. Sanitary napkins that have anion chips included in their design have been shown to not only slow or prevent bacterial growth, but also reduce odors, among other benefits.Female infections can range from those that cause itching, irritation and discomfort to types that may even lead to death. Preventing them is often possible when women take a proactive approach to menstrual management.

Sanitary Napkins / Pads

Sanitary Napkins / Sanitary Pads

While it might seem that sanitary napkins all follow the same basic design, this is simply not so. Some products are better than others for a whole host of reasons. To gain the most out of any product, however, women do need to follow a few rules of the road for use.

Most napkins will prevent leakage, but they can pose a number of problems for wearers. Unless diligence goes along with use, they can even promote the development of unfavorable medical conditions.

Women will find there are Hygiene Products out there that can help them take many of the hassles out of the menstrual cycle. Those that rely on negative ion technology, for example, won’t remove the need for diligence, but they can eliminate and prevent many causes of discomfort and problems associated with the monthly cycle.

Using sanitary pads to prevent leaks during the menstrual cycle is often considered a safer way to go than using tampons, which have been associated with Toxic Shock Syndrome. While they are considered to pose less of a threat, even pads can promote the growth of potentially harmful bacteria and fungus.

To stay on top of the concerns, women who use pads should be diligent about changing them out on a regular basis. Making sure pads are completely changed and disposed of long before they reach the saturation point is essential for promoting better health. When pads are not properly changed, women run the risk of:

• Leaks
• The promotion of bacterial growth on the pad itself
• The development of odors

Benefits Of Anion Pads ( Anion Sanitary Napkins )

Anion Sanitary Napkins

Pads that rely on negative ion technology to prevent a number of complications can be an ideal choice for women who want to lessen the worries associated with menstruation. While these pads will, of course, still require frequent changing, they do offer the benefits of promoting oxygenation. This, in turn, can help:

• Create an environment that is not favorable for bacterial growth
• Reduce odor development

Sanitary napkins are not all alike. Educate yourself, make the choice that would benefit your health, do everything you can to prevent development of infections

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Menstruation

Menstruation Cycle

Menstruation is the cyclic occurrence of uterine bleeding that occurs near the end of puberty in girls. Typically, first periods occur around age 12 or 13. However, some girls begin having periods as young as 8 or 9 years old, while others may be as old as 15 or 16. If menarche does not occur by the time a girl reaches the age of 16, she should see her doctor for evaluation. Menstruation usually begins about 2 1/2 years after girls begin developing breasts, and growing pubic and underarm hair.

Once menstruation begins, it continues until menopause occurs around the age of 50 when monthly menstrual cycles end. Surgical menopause occurs following removal of the ovaries during hysterectomy. Menstruation also temporarily stops during pregnancy. Hormonal contraceptives also stop normal menstruation and can safely be used to stop periods indefinitely or until pregnancy is desired. If menstruation fails to occur for any other reason, amenorrhea occurs. Amenorrhea is a menstrual cycle disorder.

For the most part, the menstrual cycles occurs predictably and without problems. However, when things don’t go as expect -– when you experience heavy or excessive bleeding, when your period doesn’t occur when expected, when you have physical or emotional symptoms during the weeks before you menstruation, or when you experience painful periods or other symptoms –- you may have a menstrual cycle disorder.

Abnormal uterine bleeding is a common menstrual cycle disorder that includes several types of abnormal bleeding patterns, including amenorrhea. Other menstrual cycle disorders include dysmenorrhea, premenstrual syndrome or PMS, premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD, and uterine fibroid tumors. Other factors that may affect normal menstruation include stress, illness, exercise, diet and nutrition, and work, family, and relationship issues.

Anion Sanitary Napkins

Every cm cubic of the anionic padding in each piece of Love Moon Anion Sanitary Pad can release up to 5800 negative ion (anion). The Intensity of negative ion (anion) released will effectively suppress the survival and multiplication of bacteria and viruses on the sanitary napkins.

The Negative Ion Chip releases large amount of oxygen, has a balanced PH level and enhances hormonal balance that effectively improves incretion, strengthening immunity, reducing stress, eliminating vaginal infection, bacteria; treating inflammation, eradicating odor, removing fatigue and ect. Tissue oxygenation increases blood flow to the effected area, promotes healing, which will help with such conditions as hemorrhoids.

Most of the bacteria that cause gynecological issues are anaerobe, which will die within 30 seconds to 1 minute in oxygen – just as man will die without oxygen and fish will die without water within 10 minutes. Hence large quantities of negative ions and oxygen can penetrate the body easily, thus killing the very causes of diseases – bacteria and viruses.

At the same time, the negative ion chip can radiate far infrared with 4-14 um wavelength, which is the right electromagnetic wave band for reducing inflammation.

Negative ions (Anion) will move up to the womb through the vagina, improving blood circulation. Thus, the silt and blood clot stored long in the vagina can be discharged more smoothly. The womb can be repaired and improvements can be expected in 3-5 days. Then, inflammation disappears and no smell is left.

Love Moon Anion (Negative Ion) Sanitary Napkin can effectively restrict the growth and survival of vaginal infection, bacteria and viruses, activates metabolism, improves secretion, and increases immunity. They are also effective in hemorrhoids relief, adjusting pressure, resisting bacteria, reducing inflammation, reducing odor and removing tiredness.

Benefits of Anion Sanitary Napkins, sanitary napkin with anion, the best sanitary napkins in the market.

1.  Soft 100% cotton surface, double absorbency, and feels very soft to touch

2.  Exclusive patented “Anionic Padding”

3.   Sterilized and dirt-free material traps matter

4. Plant extract as premium water absorbent with strong liquid retention power

5.   Sterilized and dirt-free material traps matter

6.   Breathable bottom layer allows free -flowing of air

7.    Easy to peel off, folded-lines adhesive design (food gum adhesive)

Love Moon Anion Sanitary Napkins / Pads

Love Moon Anion Sanitary Napkin is a tech product with Anion (Negative Ion) Chip which can release up to 5,800-6,070 Negative Ion (Anion) per cubic cm. The intensity of Negative Ion (Anion) released will effective suppresses the survival and multiplication of bacteria on the sanitary napkin. Anion (Negative Ion) in Anion Sanitary Pads can help regulate body functions such as antibacterial capabilities, deodorization, through purely physical processes. Love Moon Sanitary Napkin is the first and only hygienic antibacterial sanitary napkin in the market today. Helps women to prevent bacterial multiplication, eliminates odor and promotes comfort during menstrual period.

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Sanitary Pads – A silent health threat

Did you know that most sanitary pads (and tampons) are made or bleached with chlorine compounds that contain trace of the organochlorine – dioxin.

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has named dioxin the most potent carcinogen known to science.

A 1996 EPA study linked dioxin exposure with increased risks for endometriosis (an infection of the uterine lining).

The EPA has also concluded that people with high exposure to dioxins may be risk for other effects that could suppress the immune system, increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, reduce fertility, and possibly interfere with normal fetal and childhood development.

In overseas test, sanitary pads have been found to contain 400 parts per trillion (ppt) dioxin.

Although the paper industry has maintained that such levels are too low to cause any health problems, studies have shown that dioxin appears to migrate easily out of paper products.

Fish and other wildlife have died after exposure to the incredibly small dose of 38 parts per quadrillion dioxin.

The average women use approximately 15,000 pads over the course of her lifetime. The effect of continual exposure to dioxin, which is forever stored in fat cells, may become cumulative and deadly.

Manufactured with Lots of Chemicals

To make a sanitary pad, wood pulp fibers are first dispersed in water in large tub. Most of the chemical s and dyes required are added at this stage (The pulp is then scraped and brushed and inserted with air to make fleecy.

Some pads contain added rayon, which also originates from wood, for extra absorbency. The cellulose in the wood is dissolved in a caustic solution, and squirted into fine jets in an acid bath (The mixture then solidifies and dries into longer fibers).

Chemical processes included de-linking recycled material, washing with detergents and bleaching. (As a result, some traces of chemical used remain in the pad).

Additives are also used to enhance the properties of the pad. These include absorbency agents and wet-strength agent – often, polysorbate and area formaldehyde.

Further bleching, involving chorine, may take place to achieve that growing white look.

What You Can See

That’s the part you can’t see. But even the external parts on a sanitary pad that you can see are all not natural.

The plastic bottom – to prevent leakage – will usually be made of polypropylene or rayon.

The non-woven fabric covering on the pad is a lightweight material which is often polypropylene or rayon.

The back has 1 or 2 strips of pressure-sensitive adhesive covered with a strip of siliconised compound paper. (The pads are then packaged in plastic bags or shrinkwrapped. And the packet itself may be printed with patterns – again, a chemical process.)

Full of Bacteria

Sanitary pass can also harbor bacterial as they are not sterilized products. In 1987, CAP’s test of some popular brands sold here (Penang, Malaysia) found unacceptably high bacterial counts of up to 11,000 (over 10 times the international safety standard). This could lead to vaginal infection in women using the pads.

Sanitary products, like pads, can also be placed on the market without prior evidence of safety or efficacy, even in developed countries.

In Canada for example, tongue depressors, bandages and dental floss are all considered medical devices, but not women menstrual pads! Women are an all too easy target because they are bound by biology to menstruate for at least 35 years. Women are thus a captive market – and potentially easy victims of numerous types of sanitary pad (and tampon) trauma.

It is thus important that women know the facts so that they can seek safer alternatives – liking using cloth, which is not only safer, but can also be reused many times. (in fact, women have safely relied on home-made menstrual products, using any available absorbent material, for most of history.)

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Source : Consumers Association Of Penang. July 2002. Utusan Konsumer. Page 5. Georgetown:  Consumers Association of Penang.

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Major Brands Of Sanitary Napkin

Kotex

Kotex is a brand of feminine hygiene products, which includes the Kotex maxi, thin and ultra thin pads, the Security tampons, and the Lightdays pantiliners. Kotex is owned and managed by Kimberly-Clark, a consumer products corporation active in more than 80 countries.

Fours Categories of Kotex Product – Sanitary Napkins / Pads, Panty Liners and Tampons

1. Kotex Maxi Pads (Sanitary Napkins) – Including Thin , Regular, Regular with Wings, Long Super, Long Super with Wings, Overnight, Overnight with Wings.

2. Kotex Ultra Thin, Ultra Compact, Ultra Thin Pads (Sanitary Napkins) - Including Ultra Thin Regular, Ultra Thin Regular with Wings, Ultral Compact Regular, Ultra Compact Regular with Wings, Ultra Thin Long, Ultra Thin Long with Wings, Ultra Thin Overnight with Wings.

3. Kotex Lightdays or Pantiliners – Including Thong, Regular, Regular with Deodorant, Extra Coverage Odor Absorbing, Long, Individually Wrapped Long, Individually Wrapped Maximum Protection.

4. Kotex Security Tampons – Inculding Regular, Super, Super Plus.

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Stayfree

Stayfree is a brand of feminine hygiene products, including maxi pads, pantiliners (named Carefree), and feminine wipes. Stayfree maxi pads are used by women of all ages for a variety of feminine protection needs, including menstruation, spot bleeding and urinary incontinence. Stayfree is a division of McNeil-PPC.

Stayfree now have two categories product as following;

1. STAYFREE® Original products are ideal for:

• Moderate to heavy period flow
• Everyday freshness and protection from discharge.
• Minor bladder leakage
• Perspiration
• Panty protection any time
• Daily freshness and odor control

2. STAYFREE® Dry Max Products are ideal for:

• Medium to heavy period flow
• Bladder leakage
• Overnight protection
• Freshness and odor control

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Carefree

Carefree focus on pantiliners and tampons. For the product of Carefree, please visit Carefree Product.

Please visit  http://www.carefreeliners.com/ for more information.

Always / Whisper

Always is a brand of feminine hygiene products, including maxi pads, pantiliners, and feminine wipes, produced by Procter & Gamble. It was released in 1983. In Japan, Singapore, India and Thailand, Always is sold under the name Whisper. Always Products as following;

Please visit http://www.always.com/ for more information.

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Anion Pantyliner (Pantiliner)

Pantyliner (Panty Liner) is an absorbent piece of material used for feminine hygiene. The uses of pantyliner include: absorbency for daily vaginal discharge, light menstrual flow, post-intercourse discharge and slight urine leaks.

Pantyliner is related to sanitary napkins in their basic construction – usually much thinner and often narrower than pads. Pantyliner absorb much less liquid than normal sanitary napkin. Pantyliner ideal for light discharge, everyday cleanliness and personal hygiene. Pantiliner is unsuitable for menstrual flow or medium to heavy incontinence.

Each piece of Anion Pantyliner (Pantyliner with negative ion)consists of Anion Chip that able to release up to 5,800-6,070 Negative Ion (Anion) per cubic cm.  Helps women to prevent bacterial multiplication, vaginal infection/discharge, eliminates odor and promotes comfort. We strongly encourage women who have vaginal infection/discharge use Anion Pantyliner every day to overcome their problem. Anion (Negative Ion) released able to help them to fight with the bacterial infection at their vaginal.

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