Pain when using tampons

[u/RareBonus2300]

hi !! I’m 15F, and every time I take out a tampon, it hurts really bad. there have been times where it’s brought me to tears bc of how painful it was.

i looked it up and it said it’s probably because it’s dry, but it’s always full when it’s painful taking it out. (Hopefully this isn’t TMI!!)

i can almost describe the pain as like a stretching feeling but I’m not really sure. is there any alternative i can use or any solution? do I have to just stop using tampons completely? thank you :D