A variety of disposable sanitary napkins or pads are available to meet a woman’s needs.
|
Type
|
Absorbency
|
Use
|
|
panty liner
|
limited
|
for interval between periods
|
|
regular
|
moderate
|
routine use
|
|
thin or ultra-thin
|
moderate
|
absorbent but compact
|
|
maxi or super
|
maximum
|
for heavier menstrual flow
|
|
nocturnal
|
maximum
|
protection for several hours while asleep
|
|
maternity
|
maximum
|
post-partum lochia
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The length of the pad may vary depending on the age and size of the woman:
(1) short for pediatric age group or a short woman
(2) long for a large woman
