Doctor gives warning after woman develops kidney problems from menstrual cup Doctors have urged women who use menstrual cups to make sure they are always fitted correctly - as they can cause serious health issues if placed wrongly.
Pinch the base of the cup and keep it squeezed as you gently pull the cup down – this helps prevent the cup from creating suction.
However, all bodies are a little different and it can take some practice to get comfortable with how the cup fits you and which folding method works best, Amanda Hearn, menstrual health educator and advocate at PutACupInIt.com told Boots.
The patient hadn't linked the unusual symptoms to her menstrual cup which she used to catch her monthly blood flow, but doctors warn it can happen.
While she made a full recovery, doctors have warned: "Correct positioning, along with choosing the correct cup shape and size, is important to prevent negative effects on the upper urinary tract.
