A teratoma is a birth defect of unknown cause, although inherited mutations are associated with an increased likelihood of developing a teratoma. To research the causes of Teratoma, consider researching the causes of these these diseases that may be similar, or associated with Teratoma: Abdominal pain.
In the fifth century A.D, the tampons were created by Egyptian women from softened papyrus. In the year 1931, the first modern disposable tampons were created by an American, Dr. Earle Haas. The tampon is inserted into a wound or body cavity to absorb blood. It is made from a bulk of rayon or cotton or a mixture of the two.
At present, tampons are designed to be easily inserted into the vagina during menstruation and absorb the menstrual flow. Several countries regulate tampons as medical devices. In the United States, they are considered to be a Class II medical device by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).