Why women shouldn’t use cotton wool, tissue paper as sanitary pads — Gynaecologists

The Punch | 27-09-2026 12:32am |

Gynaecologists have issued a warning to women against the use of cotton wool or tissue paper as substitutes for sanitary pads. According to the medical experts, such practices can lead to vaginal infections, blocked fallopian tubes, and infertility. The warning highlights the health risks associated with using non-sanitary materials during menstruation.

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