Can I use a Mooncup® if I have a gynaecological condition?

If you have or suspect you have a gynaecological condition, please consult your medical professional before use. Please contact us if you would like one of our usage guides to take to your appointment.

We do not advise that you use your Mooncup menstrual cup during a Candida (thrush) infection, or while you’re being treated. You can start to use your Mooncup again once all treatment is completed and you are clear of symptoms. Before…

This is a question we get asked more often than you might imagine. As the Mooncup collects the menstrual blood rather than absorbing it, many of you want to know what happens to it when you turn upside down (or…

If you have a retroverted uterus it is usually fine to use a Mooncup menstrual cup. You may need to use a pad at first, while you find the best position for you to collect the blood. There are a small number of…

If you have endometriosis, we recommend – as we would for any gynaecological condition – that you check with your doctor or gynaecologist before buying a Mooncup menstrual cup to see if it is suitable for you. That said, we have had positive feedback…

No, the Mooncup menstrual cup will not give you thrush. We often hear from Mooncup users who previously suffered with thrush when they used tampons. This may be because tampons not only absorb menstrual fluid but the protective secretions that may…

The Mooncup menstrual cup is latex-free so it is safe to use if you have a latex allergy. The Mooncup is made from soft, medical grade silicone, is hypoallergenic and contains no dyes, BPA, bleaches, phthalates, plastic, or toxins.

It is not recommended to use internal protection such as the Mooncup for the first six weeks after giving birth. This is because of the greater risk of infection at this time. We suggest you use external protection (such as washable…

The hymen is a thin membrane which in some cases can partially cover the opening to the vagina. If you have strong personal or cultural feelings about the hymen, we would not advise that you use any internal sanitary protection…

The severity of this condition varies, so if you have a prolapse we would advise you to discuss with your doctor or gynaecologist whether the Mooncup is going to be suitable for you. The Mooncup Advice team can send you a…

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) affects both men and women. TSS has been associated with individuals who have recently had surgery, soft tissue and bone infections, and insect bites, as well as people who have menstruated, used intra-uterine contraceptive devices, and used…

You can use the Mooncup safely with painful periods and many women report that using the Mooncup reduces their pain. One reason for this could be that the Mooncup is worn lower down in the vagina than a tampon and allows your…

Yes, the Mooncup can work very well for heavy periods (or menorrhagia) because it collects up to three times more menstrual blood than a regular tampon (see Does the Mooncup hold more than a tampon?). This means that you may…

The simple answer is yes, you should not need to remove the Mooncup menstrual cup before passing urine (weeing) or opening your bowels (pooing). If you have any discomfort or difficulty going to the toilet while wearing the Mooncup®, take…