A tampon is put in the vagina to absorb menstrual fluid before it leaves the body. They have an attached string that hangs out of the vagina so they’re easy to remove. Even if the string goes inside of the vagina, the tampon can’t “get lost”. A person can use their finger to remove a tampon aiming the finger towards the tailbone, not belly button. Squatting and pushing a little moves the tampon closer to the opening. If you’ve inserted a tampon and are unable to remove it, it is important to seek medical attention, as there is a risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) if the tampon is left in too long.