The cervix is the opening to the uterus (womb). If the end of the tampon comes up against the cervix it can tilt off sideways into the ‘cheek’ area giving you inadequate protection and that ‘half used’ look when you remove it. As a result the vagina tube can feel more “gapey” or spacey – and it’s easier for tampons to drift off centre or tilt to one side. However, pregnancy, childbirth, straining for constipation, pressure from chronic coughing or lots of lifting can all stretch and weaken the pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor muscles should support the tube from below and from the sides. This clever shape helps to let a babies head out without damage to the vagina itself. The vagina is a tube, but not an evenly shaped one – more like a squashed tube, wider side to side than top to bottom. However, though you can’t see much at the opening, inside the vagina there is quite a decent space. I think we mentally picture the vagina as a narrow tube – rather like a hosepipe. Essential for babies heads to come out but leaving plenty of room for things to move about – especially for tampons to go sideways. The vagina is surprisingly wide and stretchy. There’s more space inside than you might think Why do tampons go sideways? There are few reasons: 1. Have you ever had the experience of an uncomfortable tampon or one that looks as though only the side half of it has absorbed anything?
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