tarÂ·pon. n. pl. tarpon or tarÂ·pons. Either of two large marine game fishes, Megalops cyprinoides of the Pacific and Indian Oceans or M. atlanticus of Atlantic coastal waters, having a bluish-green back and silvery sides.
Try using a menstrual cup. A menstrual cup can be left in place for up to 12 hours. Depending on your flow you may need to change it more frequently but it can safely be left in place for 12 hours a time. When you put a tampon in it is always important to remember to remove it. The same is true for a menstrual cup.
I have been on my period for about 25 days now. At first it was really light and after about 8 days it stopped. I had a break for 1 day then it came back really heavy. I am having to wear a super plus tampon. Yes: A menstrual period lasting 25 days needs to be evaluated by an ob/gyn.