Menstrual cup a new method of feminine hygiene.pptx

Menstraul cup and its correct use

1. Menstrual Cup :  a new method of feminine hygiene Dr Mamta Rani Lady Medical Officer

2. Facts: A woman's life is not so easy …….. M anaging her home, work, and family at a time. Adding hormones to that is quite a task. Women consider the topic of menstrual hygiene as taboo and hesitate to discuss their feelings or experiences.

3. Facts……. W omen aged 13 to 51 years who menstruate, the average period lasts three to seven days per month, 6.25 years (2,280 days) over a lifetime. During that time, over 10,000 tampons and pads are used once and thrown away, which is not an eco-friendly thing 

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5. Menstrual Cup

6. What is a Menstrual Cup? A menstrual cup is a small, flexible, funnel-shaped cup used by women during menstruation. It is made up of silicone or rubber inserted into the vagina to collect the menstrual blood. 

7. Menstrual cups come with the capability to hold more blood than other forms of feminine hygiene products such as sanitary napkins or tampons, leading to many women switching to eco-friendly menstrual cup. Depending on your menstrual flow, you can even wear the menstrual cup for up to 12 hours. Also, in comparison to tampons and sanitary napkins, a menstrual cup is more cost-effective.

8. How to Use a Menstrual Cup? Menstrual cups are usually available in two sizes, small and large. If you are below 30-years of age, you should use the smaller-sized cups. However, if your age is more than 30-years, or your periods are heavy, or you have had a vaginal birth, the larger-sized cups are ideal for you. Unless you have used a tampon before, you may find using the device uncomfortable initially. However, with the right technique and a little bit of practice, you can learn how to use a menstrual cup the right way.

9. Inserting a Menstrual Cup: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Apply a water-based lubricant at the rim of the menstrual cup; this can make the process of inserting the menstrual cup inside your vagina easier. Fold the menstrual cup in half. Make sure the rim of the menstrual cup faces upward. Insert the menstrual cup (with the rim facing upward) inside your vagina. The cup should fit a few inches below your cervix. Rotate the menstrual cup after inserting it inside your vagina. When you rotate the cup, it will spring open; this will create an airtight seal inside the vagina and stop any leakage. If you insert the menstrual cup correctly in your vagina, you will not feel its presence. It will also allow you to perform your routine activities without the menstrual cup falling out.

10. Twist the cup to make sure it seals. Twist the cup to make sure it seals.

11. Normally, you can wear the menstrual cup for 6 to 12 hours without worrying about leakage. If you experience normal blood flow, you can even wear the menstrual cup overnight. However, you must remove the cup without exceeding the 12-hour mark.

12. Removing a Menstrual Cup: steps to remove a menstrual cup: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Gently insert your thumb and index finger into your vagina. Slowly, pull the stem of the menstrual cup until you reach its base. Gently pinch the base to release the airtight seal. Then, pull down to remove the menstrual cup. Once you take it out, empty the blood into the toilet or sink. Wash and clean it thoroughly with water and insert again. If you switch to reusable menstrual cups, you must wash and clean them thoroughly before reinserting them into your vagina. The menstrual cup should be emptied twice a day to reduce the risk of irritation.

13. With proper care, your reusable menstrual cups can last about six months to a year. Disposable menstrual cups need to be thrown away after each use.