Model Who Lost Legs To Toxic Shock Syndrome Shares Inspiring Mission | TODAY

In 2012, model Lauren Wasser contracted toxic shock syndrome, which led to doctors amputating her legs. Her inspiring recovery and grit made her a star with a mission to change people’s perception of beauty. She shares her story on the 3rd hour of TODAY.
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Model Who Lost Legs To Toxic Shock Syndrome Shares Inspiring Mission | TODAY

[@jamiesanders3064]

Loved it but I think is a missed opportunity to talk about how she got the bacteria and how people can prevent it.

[@jordiflower]

Jamie Sanders yeeeeeeep

[@nicolina1026]

In an article, it stated it happened within hours of putting in a tampon.

[@AmandaOwinya]

She's had more interviews in the past where she talked about it

[@LaNoturna]

They said in the video TSS is commonly caused by using tampons, which is what happened to her. The warnings on tampon labels say you shouldn't leave a tampon in for more than 8 hours because of TSS, but she insists she had her tampon in for less than 8 hours. I believe she sued the company that made the tampons and reached a settlement.

[@AmandaOwinya]

@@LaNoturna just watched a video that stated something completely different and that TSS occurs at a higher percentage in men. The link kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4Cvq4CVpamVl9U

[@jordansmith8547]

Wow. To lose both of your legs and still keep up your spirits must be extremely taxing on an individual. I have nothing but respect for this young woman.

[@vpersonal3903]

Here is my story about the toxic shock syndrome... This is very serious. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3i0XqiqbcigerM

[@juliennees]

yeah

[@shaynewheeler9249]

Leg amputation

[@Spyrika]

This is why I refuse to use tampons. Not worth it, especially because not everyone can rock golden legs and be this strong when the worst happens! She's amazing

[@astrea4020]

Storm Bolt Lol, not really an option when you’re an extremely heavy bleeder. Also, pads carry the exact same risk so please don’t act like tampons are the devils period product and pads will save your life. It’s extremely misleading.

[@Spyrika]

@@astrea4020 They are an option, you're just choosing not to use the kind designed for a heavy flow and don't use them properly if you do, hence why you don't think they're an option. You're also automatically rejecting the thought of a menstrual cup and think I'm only talking about pads. Please stop acting like I just hurt a tampons feelings and you need to stick up for em because I boosted a pads ego too much. Pads are best for if you're still learning to not be forgetful about hygiene. What argument are you trying to start anyway?

[@sarahgates3135]

There are other ways you can get it too.

[@evegeorgiamusic]

not an option when your an athlete, unfortunately, you need to wear tampons otherwise you have trouble moving properly and wearing outfits.

[@volz519]

@@astrea4020 Pads absolutely do not carry the same risk. You can't get TSS from pads.

[@Babyshoes777]

Definitely saw her jogging in silverlake a few weeks ago, get it girl 🤙🏾

[@chloecollins7513]

washington?

[@Marieparawho]

Kevin Malone I believe they mean LA. : )

[@elevagekevann638]

Don't forget to take your tampons out... My friend lost her left leg with the bacteria.. she only had her tampon on for one night long...

[@liciaalien1262]

I accidentally left mine in for 3 days and I thank god im okay in used to be an exotic dancer and I would have to cute the string for work and I totally forgot and then noticed a smell I took a hot bath and then went to the bathroom and ended up finding it I literally had a panic attack about toxic shock and the next day went to the hospital because I was freaking out I went and was actually fine. I am very lucky but I don’t like tampons for this reason I like to use pads I feel like sticking a plug up there is strange let it flow out like it’s supposed to...

[@rubyblue1990]

licia alien l am so glad that you are ok!!! I only use pads too. Tampons freak me out.

[@linafontaine4966]

I never used a tampon before, I only use pads and so should everyone else, but that doesn’t mean this person is not normal it doesn’t matter that this happened to her she’s still normal....

[@elevagekevann638]

@@linafontaine4966 Nobody has said she isn't normal.... Yes she is. And There is a lot of alternatives solutions to the tanpons, not only pads !! Women can use mentruals cups, period panties, or some contraceptive method that stops the period like the sterilet, the patchs or the depo-provera.

[@linafontaine4966]

Bowbie Home well I have Facebook and people were laugh reacting to someone not having any legs, and I never said no one said she wasn’t normal but obviously people are rude, not everyone’s nice like people like us. I just didn’t want you to get the wrong idea of what I said. But yeah I agree.

[@MsRayray674]

I lost my right leg almost 2 years ago and my left leg a few months ago. I can’t wait to get up and walk again! Go you though for showing off your metal, I get too self Conscience wearing anything but pants.

[@jennifermcgoldrick6323]

Rayna Bowen good luck to you! I hope you can get good prosthetics like these ladies and regain all your mobility!!

[@kandie3127]

For what it's worth, Rayna, I personally think they're really cool & look awesome. Futuristic. I hope you find the confidence within yourself to rock those beauties. Besides the aesthetic appeal, most importantly, they really are your trophies. To me, they mean that *you* survived death or something really bad and in some ways, worse than death. To lose a limb or more, I cannot imagine the strength it would take to fulfill your days and feel fulfilled, happy.. I salute you and every person who's ever gone through something like what you or others like this model in the video have. To me they represent strength, courage and willpower. THAT alone makes them incredibly beautiful on you already. Just my two cents. Much love

[@freewithnature]

Here’s hoping one day you’ll feel comfy in shorts! ❤️

[@mrsmonica5001]

Thank to Dr Itua for helping me to cure my herpes disease, if you want to be free from your problem please try to get him on his email; [e-mail] or whatsapp; [phone] and he can also cure any disease

[@babyinvasion]

How did you lose your legs? I'm sorry you went through this, but you're incredibly brave and beautiful.🤍

[@rachellechery47]

Where there's a will, there's a way🙏. There's beauty in strength.

[@tenamarief]

She’s incredibly beautiful inside and out! Her story is so inspiring 🙏🏼

[@Hattori6486]

This is so inspirational! Her prosthetics are so cool and beautiful 😍

[@muumdavid]

So proud of Lauren she is such an inspiration to others. She is strong, beautiful inside and out. Definitely blessed to be alive!

[@tbz1551]

Sigh...I miss the days when news shows had time to feature these amazing stories more frequently! Bravo ladies! ✊🏻

[@Latindama]

She is so inspiring god bless her soul

[@lowesonia8551]

Beautiful People looks and soul 5 yrs Buddy is stunning . Admiration no limit .

[@ShannonGeee]

how did 42 people understand this..

[@lovehappiness5628]

I'm with y'all or maybe we're just too slow to put it together what he/she was trying to say lol

[@deepakmenon6720]

Wtf are you trying to say?

[@morolakeo6348]

Can maybe one of the 83 people who liked this comment maybe explain to the remainder of us...🤔

[@vivianhuang313]

I had a head ache trying to read that

[@roedawson4236]

It’s so crazy I literally just saw her today at the Melrose trading post (flea market) in LA!!!! and I thought wow she looks cool. Then I see this in my recommendation 😱

[@3as1]

Google hears you!

[@da96103]

KZbin can read your mind. I think you are living Black Mirror in real life.

[@florence1395]

This young lady is extremely inspirational 💕💕

[@keklia]

Fleur they’re the same person

[@florence1395]

Cecilia Sun Thank you 🙏

[@fadyanassor6934]

cant complain after watching this. Bless her ,she very strong🥰

[@seyimajek]

This makes me glad that I don’t know how to put a tampon on😩.

[@annetteslife]

This make me glad I don't get my period anymore.

[@jennyboldrini7330]

That's just sad.

[@TheChris91173]

@ariskava ever heard of menopause?

[@amandastrayer7039]

Thank you so much for showing this. I had TSS when I was eleven years old due to a undetected strep throat. Luckily I didn't come out of it with any severe complications although I did have organ failure during it.

[@scallywagsmith127]

I've used tampons since the age of 13 the box clearly states what can occur if you leave it in too long. It's dangerous. Change it REGULARLY And alternate with pads. Use the CORRECT tampon for your flow and avoid SUPER plus if you have a light flow.

[@rubyluna4271]

she used it properly and only had it in for a few hours...which is terrifying. i stopped using tampons after a few months ago when one broke off inside of me and i had to go to the hospital to get it removed. It was the U by kotex brand. Thank god i didn't get TSS....tampons and pads are actually really bad for your body and the environment. Tampons, pads and panty liners along with their packaging and individual wrapping generate more than 200,000 tons of waste per year, and they all contain plastic. They're all bleached and soaked with chemicals and cause people to get worse cramps than they would without wearing them or using an alternative (especially tampons) and also because of the chemicals you're more likely to develop TSS. Thats why everybody should try out a menstrual cup or reusable pad! I understand they're not for everyone, but i just like to spread this info because a lot of people don't know.

[@lauras627]

marva hall I BETTER read those instructions...

[@jlvandat69]

Unbelievable..... she's back to modeling, doing a MARATHON, and most importantly, she has survived with an amazing attitude. A powerful lesson for us all.

[@michaelmulvania6060]

she's very fortunate to be beautiful model.

[@breezy30153]

Anyone who wears these you’re a BADASS 🙏🏽🤷🏻‍♀️😇! You have put in the tears and the sacrifice so show the world! Don’t hide away ! We love you all !

[@zzuuzz3456]

Moral of the story : Stick to your pads girls 🤣

[@shaleymetzler8128]

Not only that using birth control may stop a period so the use of either isn’t needed.

[@aliciapalomino5988]

She’s Definitely a Fabulous Role Model 🙌 Blessings Always to you and your Mama🙏🙏🙏💕 Another Humble Classmate from High School ☀️💖🥊

[@gabrielledurham2052]

I remember reading about her story a while back. She’s so brave. Thank you for sharing your story Lauren

[@_A4A]

Wow!.... What a PHENOMENAL Woman with so much Strength & Drive!.... There are no words for her Dedication & Beauty!... The Company/Team behind her prosthetics are way ahead of the times and have outdone themselves!... Their Work & Product is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING & BEYOND PIVOTAL FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT!.... 👍

[@cafezo87934]

she's so beautiful and such an inspiration and I'm glad i use pads #alwaysandforever #literally

[@Hailey-bz2ym]

Ana Banana you’re safe if you’re responsible- cups are completely safe because they can’t breed bacteria

[@lovehappiness5628]

Makes no sense to plug something up that is supposed to be cleansing itself

[@LaNoturna]

Love Happiness Tampons aren't plugs---they absorb the blood and secretions, and the blood will flow out if you don't change the tampon once it's fully absorbed.

[@MissMiserize]

I've tried tampons, pads, and diva cups. Diva cups are definitly and cleanest, though insertion an taking it up could be uncomfortable.

[@alexie832]

I prefer pads.

[@themainescratcher476]

Being an Ak amputee, this story brought me to tears!!!!’o one can possibly understand the life of being an amputee and she made it look almost appealing!! You are an inspiration!!! And to the 5 yr old little girl, you are a true hero!!!! You have an amazing life ahead of you with that positive attitude!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍😊😊👍😊👍👍👍❤️❤️

[@hellothere9318]

Great attitude 💪 she gave God honor ❤

[@juliearnold5065]

My beautiful great niece lost bottom part of her leg due to a car accident. She was in her early twenties. She is an inspiration. She is a single mom raising three children.

[@kdchhy2252]

She has become stronger. I think I remember she said she mean mugged in her photos because she was angry she lost a leg. I cant remember if she went through depression or not

[@MandyGood]

This is so sad. This is why I never wore tampons. My grandmother always warned me about this!

[@ararefind9069]

How bout it 😏 me neither.. that's an awful thing to do to yourself anyway yuck

[@danielleweiss2993]

it just happens when you leave a tampon in for too long, like days. happens more when you forget when you have a tampon in and you put another in , its also very rare but possible. it’s just important to remember to change it

[@MandyGood]

Well I never used one and never will. I don’t judge those who do. I won’t be using one ever!!

[@pelinyarba]

1 2 ok don’t use one, obviously it’s your choice but just know that nobody has toxic syndrome if they are responsible with it. :)

[@kayleycraghead6238]

1 2 this is totally ok and i respect your decision, but tss is VERY rare. of course it’s very serious as well.

[@sloansloan1163]

My mom has a very similar story to Lauren. She is so inspiring!

[@grainnemolloy]

I got chills so so emotional watching this

[@cj5021]

Wow, her strength is incredible. To be so beautiful is one thing, but to go through such a tragedy and come out on the other side with a want to help and spread awareness is just so inspiring. She is so gorgeous inside and out. I applaud her for where she is at today.

[@aliciabrillante]

TSS is pretty scary and so many women wear tampons... She is so brave for not letting this stop her or hold her back!

[@donnawoodford6641]

aliciabrillante Are pads less toxic?

[@franslam7398]

@@donnawoodford6641 Yes. The difference is that inserting something you leave inside you (tampons) for long periods of time that encourage bacteria to stay in your body until you remove the foreign object is what causes the problem. Specifically, tampons soaked in blood support the faster growth of bacteria. If you leave it inside you too long you increase the risk of the bacteria becoming toxic and releasing its toxins into your bloodstream. Toxins are released from those bacterias that -- if left in too long --cause the issue, that's why tampons pose more of a risk as they promote a faster breeding ground for bacterial growth within the body. Pads don't come with that risk because they sit outside you and are just there to catch what exits. You're not forcing the blood & bacteria to stay inside you. Pads allow you to let out what always should come out.

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

Women leave them in too long or forget to take them out. I never leave them in longer than 4 hours without changing. Women don't use them correctly

[@Sophya7]

@@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse This girl used the tampon correctly and felt sick very quickly. Read her full story. Some women have good hygiene and use tampons for only a few hours and still get TSS. It can happen to anybody (even if it's rare, it still happens to regular women). The issue comes from the chemical cocktail companies use to make the tampons (and pads). Companies aren't transparent about what exactly they put in their products and tend to minimize the toxicity

[@97AshleyRose]

Choice_5star yes I stitch over to cloth pads I wish more people would research what’s in these disposable products and bad for the environment

[@nayamun4378]

I personally don’t wear tampons because I do not agree with putting something dry up there. I hate tampons. That’s all. Now I hate them even more!

[@yourfavouriteangel9426]

Toxic shock is very rare. But you do you.

[@jsophiamm]

@@yourfavouriteangel9426 better safe than sorry.

[@yourfavouriteangel9426]

Jackeline Morales like I said, you do you.

[@Janedoe-mo6nj]

I am glad she survived!

[@onecraftymojo]

"You are rocking those gold legs! They look so cool!" That's exactly what I was thinking from the moment I saw the thumbnail! 😄 💯

[@bluevictory1010]

I was a teen in the early 80's and girls my age were getting toxic shock syndrome left and right. I believe that's when they started putting the warning on all tampon boxes about TSS.

[@ED80s]

Yes I was a teen in my 80s and I remember how shocked we all were to hear that tampons could be deadly. My mom begged me to stop using them. I only used them on occassion after that.

[@kopec82]

Menstrual cups or period panties, or cloth pads woman saves money and eco friendly

[@infinity-gn9xq]

It's been 2 months I have been using menstrual cups and I am never going back to pads again.. I am even experiencing less cramps..

[@austinklein1172]

What are menstrual cups and cloth pads? I have never heard of these things.

[@infinity-gn9xq]

@@austinklein1172 those are reusable silicon cups to hold the blood.. Are u a guy tho??

[@MMMMD1]

Queen Queen If he was a guy or not.. Does it matter? A lot of guys know about pads, tampons, etc. It’s normal. 🙄

[@austinklein1172]

@@infinity-gn9xq I am actually a woman. And ALL. this Cloth pads and cups are new to me .But I'm so glad I'm going through menopause. But thank you for telling me about this stuff. Good to know if and when I get a granddaughter.

[@marhoyt4200]

Beautiful and strong 💪❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻

[@bestielander]

*Sarah McDaniel should learn from this wonderful girl. Be true and be strong*

[@jewels3596]

She is so brave and so beautiful! Good luck to you always!

[@Knight14649]

When I see people with these challenges, succeed, I think that they are the real profiles in courage. This as opposed to somebody being called courageous just because they spoke up about an issue. There is probably nothing more difficult in life than a real physical challenge where limbs have been removed or a person is deprived of senses . I applaud their determination.

[@youheartmel]

You always hear about this sort of thing happening in the insert of tampon boxes but never see it actually happen. I began wearing pads at night and more often than tampons really. Bless her fighting spirit✨

[@inactive3720]

Her legs are literally gleaming, so smooth~

[@Sandy-bh3nj]

Everything happens for a reason ❤️ in the moment she probably had thought she missed so many opportunities. But now I believe this opened her to so many more opportunities!! You can turn any loss into a gain! She is so beautiful omg

[@Janet-iw6bk]

She’s amazingly beautiful.

[@momlifewithjessica9923]

Laura you're so incredibly strong, vibrant, and beautiful! Thanks for sharing your powerful story with the world.

[@21truthbetold]

SHE is inspiring. Also amazing to see a disabled model.

[@Emckenna14]

I can’t believe how unbelievably strong this women is!

[@marnowsky107]

"By the grace of God" God bless you beautiful girl.

[@cherryberry1669]

Omg so sad I’ve heard about this with tampons I never used them they hurt actually but I’m glad she survived ❤️❤️

[@hughkwan9681]

so inspiring. u deserve all the love and success in this world. thank u for removing the stigma of shame towards amputation. u rock!!!!!

[@anakagungbaguswirayuda9593]

Thank you for sharing this, you have made my day awesome

[@pattywack233]

Alex and Ani model for the warrior collection. Truly an inspiration!

[@mads468]

This lady has and will inspire and help so many people just by sharing her story

[@denisemincher493]

I like the way she dealt with this she came from a job that's invoves beauty and vanity she pulled up and carry on

[@justpassingby1094]

Such an inspiration. What a brave soul. God bless her and all the people who are disabled and an amputee just like her. I hope despite of their condition they are still happy and feel fulfillled in their life. We should not discrimate their abilities and skills and let them live like a normal person. So go on reach for you dreams just like this beautiful model.

[@tegalicocious]

The George Clooney ad before the video is the only ad I have ever watched

[@stefanopatton1809]

Imagine being a double amputee and still looking down on people. Can’t believe she said “if you don’t have your legs you don’t have your freedom/mobility you can’t do anything” i know people without prosthetics and legs that are doing amazing thing with their lives.

[@BrightEbimoboere]

When she said "By the grace of God" ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🤗🤗🤗☺️☺️☺️

[@nuhaalkhalifah2803]

Such a strong woman. Very inspiring!! Amazing!!!

[@Lena2light]

I am so against tampons and menstrual cups. Women don’t understand that blood should be released and not kept inside. I come from a family of biologists and biochemists and they all say that not only it incubates bacterial infections, but also affects women’s fertility and other women problems.

[@Lena2light]

Vincent Cuttolo They’re considered to be “more comfortable” and allow more freedom (like swimming).

[@Demi.d3mi]

@Vincent Cuttolo its better for women with heavy flows since the pad cant absorb it fast enough (period blood is very very thick like egg whites) so it helps from leaking

[@Amelie-sp7hn]

Menstrual and tampons dont keep the blood in. They soak up and collect it making an overall cleaner and comfortable experience. As a gynecologists myself, I find myself recommending menstrual cups very often as they are very effective in collecting menstrual blood and also benefit to the environment as there is no plastic packaging to throw away compared to a pad when most packaging is made from plastic.

[@Ljm-hp9pu]

It is a good lesson to pass on. It happened to me and probably quite a few women but we don't talk about it.

[@that_goth_bitch3899]

So inspiring and humbling as well. To think i sit and complain about having tiny little insignificant issues with my body and this woman lost both legs and STILL refuses to get down and out or even complain.... its just so inspiring. Same with the little girl. They both are so strong, beautiful and amazing!

[@mmg12francis56]

Sending you lots of love from London UK Lauren ❤

[@punkyagogo]

5:06 That girl's left arm looks so cool!

[@jenniferwills3095]

What an inspiration! She is dynamic! What a great witness!! She is my heri!

[@Jazzyzzajj]

Pads carry the same risk as well and they're also bleached with chemicals. Pads are not a life saver and the risk is still there. Only difference is that you don't have to remind someone to change a pad cause you see how used it is and the smell is horrid. I honestly don't know why we have to be reminded to change tampons since they don't just continue to soak up blood indefinitely. Once used up, it'll most certainly leak through. That reminder must be mainly focused towards the end of your cycle when one could last the whole day. While wiping clear all day without soaking through, some forget the tampon is still there. It's best to use liners or pads for those days so you don't forget

[@katmat90]

Her story is amazing. ♥️

[@beccafaison7358]

She really is an inspiration to all. Such a beautiful soul! I follow her on Instagram ❤️💗

[@clair3kee432]

Who leaves a tampon in for DAYS tho? I change mine almost every time I pee. And the longest I keep it in is when I sleep.

[@73cidalia]

I even change mine in the middle of the night.

[@73cidalia]

Yater 2000 I can’t sleep with just a pad. I sleep with a super plus tampon AND a pad and change in the middle of the night. My periods are so heavy.

[@clair3kee432]

Cidalia Martins I think yater2000 meant that she is encouraging us to wear a pad instead of tampons to bed. So we don’t end up like the girl in the video.

[@austinklein1172]

I was told Never sleep with a tampon in use pass for sleeping.

[@maryrey789]

dangboof Buy organic tampons & use the smallest size possible & change often! Pads r not feasible 4 those with heavy flow!

[@ire4914]

See women dont want to talk about it but tampons are not safe to use. Your literally keeping waste inside of you for long periods of time.

[@brokenally5902]

Yea, menstruation cups forever.

[@annetteslife]

It is more or less the greater the absorbancy the greater the risk

[@karfndaltin4652]

Attitude of gratitude.

[@m27d96]

TSS scares me!!! I change mine every 8 hours as that's what the box says, I always thought you were at risk if you forgot and left it in all day. She changed hers every 3 to 4 hours but still got it

[@tatertot58]

M27D that actually seems a bit long I normally aim for 4hrs and I don’t sleep in them I normally use pads overnight, but I could be being a bit overzealous

[@m27d96]

@@tatertot58 thank you for your reply!! ❤ I get 8 hours from the details given on the box, but from what I've been reading this evening, I think 3-4 hours is right. Oh god, I'm gona do that from now on. How do you, not leak at night with just a towel? Sorry if that's too personal, I always use a tampon but with a towel, laying down, er, it flows in a different direction! Xx

[@tatertot58]

M27D it depends on how heavy I am but if I’m really really heavy I will wear 2 pads so it’s long enough

[@m27d96]

@@tatertot58 I'll start doing that too I think. It's just not worth the risk to not try! Xx

[@Livetoeat171]

M27D Who said anything about using a towel?

[@Investigativebean]

Shes awesome. Truly inspiring.

[@sannejooni6042]

She’s so beautiful omggggg 😍😍😍 I’m so proud of herrr 👏🏼💫

[@mahimsd7645]

Anything that can be so harmful should be banned.....

[@hatersafespace]

She’s so amazing

[@orangeblossom5362]

Shes BEAUTIFUL

[@jeffreyevans6892]

God bless you...Your a strong woman!

[@bellaholmes5499]

Tearing up as I'm watching this, you go girl!

[@shadae68]

So Glad That She Still Can Model ❤️

[@jamesprovost2602]

An Inspiration! This only makes you more gorgeous and relatable! You made my day lovely lady 😎💖

[@baileywengerherrera6185]

I love those golden legs! So cool, and she rocks them. But side note: I wish more girls/women knew about menstrual cups. Very similar to tampons with no risk associated for Toxic Shock Syndrome.

[@jenntip]

That's not really accurate... "Tampons aren’t the only thing that can cause toxic shock syndrome. Menstrual cups and any other products that retain blood over an extended period of time can create a similar environment that can cause bacteria to grow, explains Anita Tiwari, M.D., an OB/GYN at Meridian Women’s Health." rightasrain.uwmedicine.org/well/health/toxic-shock-syndrome-rare-heres-what-tampon-users-should-know

[@baileywengerherrera6185]

jennti Maybe i should have said “lower risk” instead of “no risk.”. In the research I have done there has been no evidence to support risk associated with menstrual cups. I believe there was one case in which a woman got TSS after using a cup, but she had been using a tampon previously, which left behind cotton residue where the bacteria grew and caused the toxic shock syndrome. Since there is no residue left behind in the vagina with a cup (since it is silicone), there isn’t much opportunity for bacteria to grow after changing and cleansing it. Again, that’s just the research I have seen.

[@jenntip]

@@baileywengerherrera6185 It's all in how you use it, not really what you use ;)

[@Demi.d3mi]

They're not for everyone, cups are too big for me and people have told me they spill and leak with them. Plus i can still see women getting infections with them from leaving them in for a long time

[@ekaterinas8796]

She is beautiful!

[@lesliea.7174]

I’ve tried to use tampons. Every time I have I get a uti. I’m super sensitive to them I have to use unscented pads. Listen to your body and notice what happened. What you did before any major or minor infractions.

[@OgolordIntl]

Wow, I'm in tears😢

[@Surferchick90265]

Girls, Tampons Are DISGUSTING & Dangerous so not worth the risk! She’s a Fighter♥️🙏🏻

[@stephx8811]

If you change it every few hours like you're supposed to then you'll be fine. Its when you leave it on for days to go disgusting and congealed and to let off toxins. That's when you'll get toxic shock syndrome. Be hygienic and you'll be fine

[@kellypat125]

bloody pads are also gross..

[@pipsqueak631]

I just saw this following the story of you losing the first leg. You are a Rock Star. Thanks for inspiring other !!!

[@yosefzamler410]

Such inspiration

[@corbinhardy7294]

🙏🏼🇺🇸❤️count your blessing everyone!!

[@lilbitofeverythin6894]

Shes so pretty

[@jagkaur2473]

So inspirational xx

[@user-pj9mw8tl8l]

Lauren is wrong about the cause of TSS. It’s the buildup of bacteria on the tampons when used incorrectly. She was using tampons back to back and probably not washing correctly. The cause of TSS is not the tampon itself.

[@leahm6845]

Wait. This happened from tampon use?? Umm... can we get more info on that? Like, tampons cause this? That’s scary! But what an inspiration she is! Truly a beautiful woman with humility and love and strength.

[@justpeachy2738]

Leah, I'm also surprised as well you didn't know because it's a warning on the box.

[@ron-dilacey6527]

She had the same tampon in for a couple of days

[@Livetoeat171]

What does her looks have to do with anything?!

[@charlesmason9625]

😢god bless sweet dear