Rockville, MD -- (SBWire) -- 08/06/2018 --Sea sponges that are processed to manufacture a menstrual sponge, serve as a natural alternative to synthetic tampons present in the market. In reality, sea sponges are marine organisms with a spongy structure that are harvested and industrially processed to produce menstrual sponge. As they are natural in origin, menstrual sponges contain no synthetic material that can harm health. With this, menstrual sponges deliver a natural alternative to synthetic sponges available in the market.

In addition, when harvested, part of the sea sponge is left behind for the organism to regrow. With such renewable resource of origin, the menstrual sponges provide sustainable product approach. Further, menstrual sponges last for six months and can be reused with proper maintenance. With the higher absorption capacity, menstrual sponges are primarily useful during heavy menstrual discharge. With their ease of use, menstrual sponges are the only biodegradable option available in the market against sanitary pads and tampons. With their efficiency to absorb, natural origin and ease of use, the menstrual sponge is gradually gaining consumer traction, leading to the menstrual sponge market growth in the foreseeable future.

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Government Initiatives to Spread Awareness Regarding Menstrual Health to Boost Adoption

Lack of awareness regarding menstrual health in developing as well as underdeveloped parts across the globe have led national governments to initiate awareness program with the aim to assist girls and women to live healthy and productive lives where menstrual hygiene is a prerequisite. Specifically, with the focus on educating teenage girls, several government projects and initiatives have been launched. As the intensity of these programs grows, women in rural areas have started adopting hygienic products.

Further, governments in the developing countries like India have made menstrual hygiene an integral part of the nation’s hygiene management guidelines. The program manages involvement of state governments, district administrations, engineers and technical experts in line departments; and school head teachers and teachers to ensure considerable penetration of the program among all adolescent girls and women. Increased education levels among females with the support of government initiatives is likely to boost adoption of menstrual sponge market during the estimated period.

Unawareness, Associated Health Risks, and Stringent FDA Regulations to Hamper the Market Progress

Unreachable health care services in the underdeveloped parts of Africa explains the lack of awareness regarding health and hygiene among the common population. As a result, the women population in the region is oblivious to hygiene maintenance, especially during the menstrual cycle. Further, lack of awareness about the use of menstrual sponges and debate associated with its usage is hampering the adoption of menstrual sponge.

Past examinations of sea sponges conducted under FDA revealed the presence of bacteria – Staphylococcus aureus which is responsible to cause toxic shock syndrome. Since then sea sponges that are labelled as menstrual sponges for use as menstrual tampons are required to get a premarket approval under the FDA Section 515. This has led to several manufacturers recalling their products. Further, owing to the risk of development of toxic shock syndrome, medical professionals do not prescribe the frequent use of menstrual sponges. Limited popularity, associated health risks and stringent FDA regulations are factors expected to impound the growth of the menstrual sponge market.

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Use of menstrual sponge remains a debatable subject for medical professionals, manufacturers, and regulatory authorities. While facing scrutiny by authorities, manufacturers have introduced reliable menstrual sponge products in the market. However, the steady popularity of sanitary pads and tampons is likely to confine adoption of menstrual sponge, further impacting the progress of the menstrual sponge market.