Shocking TRUE Story: “I Lost Both Of My Legs Because Of A Tampon” (Health Warning) - Lauren Wasser

TL;DR

Lauren Wasser nearly died from toxic shock syndrome (TSS) caused by a tampon, resulting in the amputation of both legs. She details how synthetic chemicals (chlorine bleach, dioxin, pesticides) in menstrual products create a toxic environment inside the body, and that even organic tampons are still sprayed with pesticides.

Key insights

• Toxic shock syndrome can occur even when tampons are changed as directed; the danger comes from the chemicals inside the product, not from leaving it in too long.
• Tampons contain chlorine bleach, dioxin, and synthetic fibers that enter the bloodstream at a vulnerable time, creating a "perfect storm" for TSS.
• "Organic" tampons are still sprayed with pesticides and are not safe.