Readable media, methods for supporting users of absorbent articles, and computer systems

Abstract

[Problem] Provide a program, a method for supporting a user of an absorbent article, and a computer system. [Solution] A program that causes a computer to perform: a receiving process for receiving first information and second information; the first information relating to a first absorbent article used by a user, and the second information relating to the adhesion state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; and a first display process for causing a display to display at least one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message relating to the manner of use of the first absorbent article, and the second message recommending the use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to programs, methods for supporting users of absorbent articles, and computer systems. Background Technology

[0002] Patent document 1 discloses an absorbent article that reliably prevents leakage of menstrual blood from the user.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2017-221643 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem the invention aims to solve

[0007] Even if a user uses absorbent fabric that reliably prevents leakage, menstrual blood may still leak if the absorbent fabric is not worn correctly. Generally, various absorbent fabrics exist in different sizes, shapes, and absorbency rates. Therefore, even if a user wears the absorbent fabric correctly, it may not prevent leakage if the absorbent fabric does not fit the user properly.

[0008] The present invention was made in view of conventional problems such as those described above, and one aspect of the present invention is to provide a program for supporting a user of an absorbent article, a method for supporting a user of an absorbent article, and a system for supporting a user of an absorbent article.

[0009] Solution for solving the problem

[0010] A key aspect of the invention for implementing the above aspects is a computer-readable medium storing a program that causes a computer to execute:

[0011] The receiving process is used to receive the first information and the second information.

[0012] The first information relates to the first absorbent material used by the user.

[0013] The second information is information relating to the adhesion state of menstrual blood to the first absorbent article; and

[0014] A first display process is configured to cause the display to display at least one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information and the second information.

[0015] The first message is a message related to the method of using the first absorbent article.

[0016] The second message is a recommendation to use a second absorbent item that is different from the first absorbent item.

[0017] The effects of the invention

[0018] According to the present invention, menstrual blood leakage when using absorbent articles can be suppressed. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 An example of computer system 10 is shown.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a diagram used to illustrate message information 122.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating the process used to support sanitary napkin users.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of the input information setting process in S10.

[0023] Figure 5 This shows an example of input screen 200.

[0024] Figure 6 An example of selecting screen 210 is shown.

[0025] Figure 7 An example of input screen 220 is shown.

[0026] Figure 8 An example of selecting screen 230 is shown.

[0027] Figure 9 This shows an example of input information 121.

[0028] Figure 10 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of message selection processing in S14.

[0029] Figure 11 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0030] Figure 12 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0031] Figure 13 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0032] Figure 14 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0033] Figure 15 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0034] Figure 16 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0035] Figure 17 An example of diffusion diagram F7 is shown.

[0036] Figure 18 This shows an example of input information 121.

[0037] Figure 19 An example of a display 33 showing a message is shown.

[0038] [List of reference numerals]

[0039] 10 Computer Systems

[0040] 20 terminals

[0041] 21 servers

[0042] 30, 101 storage units

[0043] 31, 100 control unit

[0044] 32 Input Units

[0045] 33 Monitors

[0046] 34 Cameras

[0047] 35 Timer

[0048] 36, 102 Communication Units

[0049] 40 Input screen display module

[0050] 41. Diffusion map display module

[0051] 42 Select the diagram display module

[0052] 43 Message Display Module

[0053] 44 Receiver Module

[0054] 110 Selection Unit

[0055] 120 User Information

[0056] 121 Input Information

[0057] 122 Message Information

[0058] Input screens for 200 and 220

[0059] 210, 230 Select Screen

[0060] 300, 301 option labels

[0061] Icons 350-355

[0062] Messages 320-322, 400-403, 410, 411, 412, 420, and 421

[0063] F1~F7 diffusion diagrams Detailed Implementation

[0064] From the description in this specification and the accompanying drawings, at least the following will become clear.

[0065] A computer-readable medium storing a program that causes a computer to execute:

[0066] The receiving process is used to receive the first information and the second information.

[0067] The first information relates to the first absorbent material used by the user.

[0068] The second information is information relating to the adhesion state of menstrual blood to the first absorbent article; and

[0069] A first display process is configured to cause the display to display at least one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information and the second information.

[0070] The first message is a message related to the method of using the first absorbent article.

[0071] The second message is a recommendation to use a second absorbent item that is different from the first absorbent item.

[0072] This procedure ensures that users of absorbent clothing can wear the right size, thus preventing menstrual leakage. Users who are particularly sensitive to leakage may seek out absorbent clothing that is the wrong size. However, this procedure allows users to choose the appropriate absorbent clothing by taking into account factors such as the characteristics of menstrual blood.

[0073] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0074] The second information includes information for specifying the following:

[0075] The shape of the area where menstrual blood adheres to the first absorbent material.

[0076] The size of the area of ​​menstrual blood, and

[0077] The location of the menstrual blood area within the first absorbent material.

[0078] According to this procedure, since accurate information about menstrual blood attached to absorbent materials can be obtained, a message that is more suitable for the user of the absorbent material can be displayed.

[0079] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0080] The first message includes messages relating to the location where the first absorbent article is placed.

[0081] According to this procedure, the user of the absorbent item can wear the absorbent item in the appropriate position.

[0082] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0083] The receiving process also includes processing for receiving third information.

[0084] The third piece of information is information indicating the length of time the user has used the first absorbent item, and

[0085] The first display processing causes the display to display at least one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the third information.

[0086] According to such a procedure, the display can show a message corresponding to the length of time the absorbent item has been used.

[0087] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0088] The first message includes messages relating to the length of time the first absorbent article has been used.

[0089] According to this procedure, users of absorbent products can determine whether the number of hours they wear the absorbent product or the type of absorbent product is appropriate.

[0090] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0091] The program causes the computer to also perform a second display process.

[0092] The second display processing is a process for causing the display to show multiple images of menstrual blood adhering to a predetermined absorbent article in different states, and

[0093] The second information is information indicating the graph selected from the plurality of graphs.

[0094] According to this procedure, users of absorbent products can save time inputting the state of menstrual blood attached to the absorbent product.

[0095] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0096] Each of the plurality of figures is a figure in which at least one of the shape of the menstrual blood area, the size of the menstrual blood area, and the location of the menstrual blood area differs.

[0097] According to this procedure, since the display can show messages corresponding to the state of menstrual blood attached to the absorbent material of the user, menstrual blood leakage can be suppressed more reliably.

[0098] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0099] The receiving process also includes processing for receiving fourth information.

[0100] The fourth piece of information is information relating to menstrual blood leakage from the first absorbent article, and

[0101] The first display processing causes the display to display at least one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the fourth information.

[0102] According to such a procedure, the display can show messages appropriate for situations involving menstrual blood leakage from absorbent materials.

[0103] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0104] The program causes the computer to also perform third display processing.

[0105] The third display process is a process used to cause the display to show a selection map for selecting the location of menstrual blood leakage, and

[0106] The fourth information includes the fifth information.

[0107] The fifth piece of information indicates the location selected by using the selection map.

[0108] With this procedure, users can easily input the location of menstrual bleeding, thereby reducing the burden on users.

[0109] In such a procedure, the expectation is:

[0110] In response to receiving the fourth information in the receiving process, the first display process causes the display to display the first message before the second message.

[0111] According to such a procedure, since the user's confirmation of the wearing position of the absorbent material can be prioritized, leaks can be suppressed, for example, without having to purchase different types of absorbent materials.

[0112] A method for supporting a user of an absorbent article, the method comprising:

[0113] The receiving step is used to receive the first information and the second information.

[0114] The first information relates to the first absorbent material used by the user.

[0115] The second information is information relating to the adhesion state of menstrual blood to the first absorbent article; and

[0116] A first display step is used to cause the display to display at least one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information and the second information.

[0117] The first message is a message related to the method of using the first absorbent article.

[0118] The second message is a recommendation to use a second absorbent item that is different from the first absorbent item.

[0119] This method allows users of absorbent clothing to wear the right size, thus preventing menstrual leakage. Users who are particularly sensitive to leakage may seek to use absorbent clothing that is not the right size. However, this method allows users to use appropriate absorbent clothing by taking into account factors such as the characteristics of menstrual blood.

[0120] A computer system, comprising:

[0121] The receiving module is used to receive the first information and the second information.

[0122] The first information relates to the first absorbent material used by the user.

[0123] The second information is information relating to the adhesion state of menstrual blood to the first absorbent article; and

[0124] A first display module is configured to cause a display to display at least one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information.

[0125] The first message is a message related to the method of using the first absorbent article.

[0126] The second message is a recommendation to use a second absorbent item that is different from the first absorbent item.

[0127] According to such a computer system, users of absorbent clothing can wear the right size absorbent clothing correctly, thus preventing menstrual blood leakage. Users who are particularly sensitive to leakage may seek to use absorbent clothing that is not the right size. However, this computer system allows users to use appropriate absorbent clothing by taking into account factors such as the characteristics of menstrual blood.

[0128] ===Example====

[0129] Now, we will use the example of preventing menstrual blood leakage to illustrate this.

[0130] <<<The Structure of Computer Systems X>>>

[0131] Figure 1 An example of computer system 10 is shown. Computer system 10 is a system for displaying information on display 33 (described later) of terminal 20 to a wearer (hereinafter also appropriately referred to as "user") wearing a menstrual pad (hereinafter also referred to as "sanitary pad"). This information is for preventing leakage of menstrual blood discharged from the user's vagina. Although the absorbent article is also represented by "sanitary pad" as an example herein, the absorbent article may also be represented by, for example, "panty liner" or other sanitary products.

[0132] Computer system 10 includes a terminal 20 and a server 21. Terminal 20 is, for example, a smartphone or tablet computer, and performs various functions. For example, terminal 20 sends information related to the status of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin" to server 21. Additionally, based on information sent from server 21, terminal 20 displays messages to prevent menstrual blood leakage.

[0133] Based on information sent from terminal 20 regarding the status of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin", server 21 selects messages to prevent leakage.

[0134] <<<Details of Terminal 20>>>

[0135] Terminal 20 includes a storage unit 30, a control unit 31, an input unit 32, a display 33, a camera 34, a timer 35, and a communication unit 36. Note that the storage unit 30 and the control unit 31, etc., are functional blocks implemented in terminal 20 when the processor (not shown) of terminal 20 executes a predetermined program.

[0136] The storage unit 30 stores the predetermined program executed by the processor (not shown) of the storage terminal 20, as well as various information.

[0137] Control unit 31 is a functional block that controls the entire terminal 20. Details of the functional blocks included in control unit 31 will be described later.

[0138] The input unit 32 is implemented as a tap operation on the touch panel display 33 of the terminal 20. The result of the operation performed by the user of the terminal 20 is input to the input unit 32. The display 33 displays messages or various information based on commands from the control unit 31 or the result of the user's operation.

[0139] Camera 34, for example, takes images to obtain image data of menstrual blood adhering to the sanitary napkin. Timer 35 measures time. Communication unit 36 ​​sends or receives information between terminal 20 and other terminals or server 21.

[0140] <<Functional blocks implemented in control unit 31>>

[0141] The control unit 31 includes an input screen display module 40, a diffusion map display module 41, a selection map display module 42, a message display module 43, and a receiving module 44.

[0142] The input screen display module 40 causes the display 33 to show the input screen (described later). The user enters the following information on the input screen: information related to the "sanitary napkin" being used; information indicating the number of hours the "sanitary napkin" has been worn; and information regarding whether menstrual blood has leaked from the "sanitary napkin"; etc. Note that the "information related to the sanitary napkin" includes, for example, information specifying the model or type of the "sanitary napkin" including its model name and size (e.g., day / night or thin / thick).

[0143] The diffusion map display module 41 enables the display 33 to show multiple diffusion maps (described later) showing that the menstrual blood adheres to the "sanitary napkin" in different attachment states.

[0144] The selection diagram display module 42 causes the display 33 to show the selection diagram (described later). If menstrual blood leaks from the sanitary napkin, the user selects the location of the leak from the selection diagram.

[0145] The message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display messages for preventing leakage based on information from the server 21. Note that "messages for preventing leakage" include, for example, at least one of the following: messages related to the way "sanitary napkins" are used and messages recommending the use of "sanitary napkins" of a different type than the currently used "sanitary napkins". Details will be explained later. In addition, the message display module 43 corresponds to the "first display module".

[0146] The receiving module 44 receives various information input based on the results of the user's operation, such as information related to the model of the "sanitary napkin", the number of hours of use, and whether there is leakage.

[0147] <<<Details of Server 21>>>

[0148] The server 21 implements a control unit 100, a storage unit 101, and a communication unit 102. The control unit 100 controls the entire server 21, the storage unit 101 stores various information, and the communication unit 102 sends or receives information relative to the terminal 20, etc. These functional blocks are implemented in the server 21 when the processor (not shown) of the server 21 executes a predetermined program.

[0149] ==Control Unit 100==

[0150] The control unit 100 includes a selection unit 110. Based on various information sent from the terminal 20, the selection unit 110 selects from the message information 122 "message information" related to the usage method and model of the "sanitary napkin" preferred by the user. Here, the usage method and model of the "sanitary napkin" preferred by the user varies according to various factors such as: the absorbency and size of the "sanitary napkin" used by the user, the adhesion state of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin", the presence or absence of leakage, and the number of hours of wear.

[0151] Therefore, for example, selection unit 110 selects "message information" from message information 122 based on the model name and size of the "sanitary napkin", the state of menstrual blood adhesion, the presence or absence of leakage, and the number of hours worn. Details will be explained later.

[0152] ==Storage Unit 101==

[0153] Storage unit 101 stores user information 120, input information 121 and message information 122.

[0154] User information 120 is information relating to the user and includes, for example, the user's "name (e.g., ID or nickname)," "height," "weight," "date of birth," and "menstrual information (e.g., menstrual cycle, regularity, and number of days of menstruation)."

[0155] Input information 121 consists of various information entered by the user. Input information 121 includes, for example, "Information I1 (First Information)" related to the "sanitary napkin" used by the user and "Information I2 (Second Information)" related to the adhesion status of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin". Details will be explained later.

[0156] Input information 121 also includes "information I3 (third information)" indicating the number of hours the "sanitary napkin" has been used (hereinafter also referred to as "wearing hours"), "information I4 (fourth information)" related to the presence or absence of menstrual blood leakage from the "sanitary napkin", "information I5 (fifth information)" related to the location of the leakage, and a calculation result indicating the amount of menstrual blood absorbed by the sanitary napkin (hereinafter referred to as "menstrual blood volume"), for example, calculated based on information I1 and information I2. Note that although the "menstrual blood volume" is calculated by the control unit 100, it is also acceptable to obtain the "menstrual blood volume" through other calculation methods or based on the change in weight of the "sanitary napkin" to which menstrual blood adheres.

[0157] Each time a user inputs "Information I1" to "Information I5", "Information I1" to "Information I5" are stored in storage unit 101. Therefore, input information 121 includes all "Information I1" to "Information I5" previously input by the user.

[0158] Message information 122 includes information related to the user's preferred method of use and model of the "sanitary napkin". Specifically, such as... Figure 2 As shown, message information 122 includes, for example, n messages X1 to Xn related to the usage of the "sanitary napkin" and m messages Y1 to Ym recommending the use of a "sanitary napkin" different from the one currently being used. Note that details of message information X1 to Xn and message information Y1 to Ym will be explained later.

[0159] <<<Methods for supporting users of sanitary napkins>>

[0160] The following will be referenced Figure 3 and Figure 4 The method for supporting "sanitary napkin" users will be explained below. Here, a predetermined program (not shown) for supporting "sanitary napkin" users is started by using the user operation terminal 20. When the main screen (not shown) displayed on the user operation display 33 is displayed, input information setting processing (S10) for inputting the aforementioned "information I1" to "information I5" is performed.

[0161] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of the input information setting process S10. First, the input screen display module 40 causes the display 33 to display an input screen 200 (S20) for the user to input information related to the "sanitary napkin" being used.

[0162] Here, the input screen 200 includes option label 300 and option label 301. Option label 300 is used to select information indicating the model of the "sanitary napkin" used by the user, and option label 301 is used to select the size of the "sanitary napkin" used by the user.

[0163] Option label 300 corresponds to the message "Select Model", and the model to be used is selected based on the result of the user's operation. For example, here, "Model A1 (Wingless, Soft)" is displayed as a selectable option on option label 300.

[0164] Option label 301 corresponds to the message "Select size", and the size is selected based on the result of the user's operation. For example, here, the size "21cm" is displayed as a selectable option on option label 301.

[0165] When the user operates the terminal 20, the receiving module 44 accepts the selected "model" and "size" as "information I1" (S21: receiving process). Note that the receiving module 44 accepts the date and time (including the year) of receiving "information I1" together with "information I1".

[0166] In response to processing S21, the diffusion map display module 41 causes the display 33 to display the selection screen 210 (S22: second display processing). For example... Figure 6 As shown, the selection screen 210 here is the following screen, which is used to select the diffusion map of the menstrual blood adhesion state of the "sanitary napkin" that is close to the user from multiple diffusion maps of different adhesion states of menstrual blood adhering to the "sanitary napkin".

[0167] Although six diffusion patterns F1 to F6 are illustrated herein for convenience, this is not an limitation, and seven or more diffusion patterns may be included. Additionally, by scrolling, selecting screen 210 may cause display 33 to show six or more diffusion patterns. Furthermore, the diffusion patterns may vary depending on the model or type of absorbent material used by the user (e.g., day / night or thin / thick).

[0168] Note that diffusion diagram F1 shows the following state: for example, menstrual blood diffuses in an elliptical shape approximately in the center of the predetermined "sanitary napkin" on display 33. Diffusion diagram F2 shows the state in which menstrual blood diffuses in an elliptical shape at the back of the "sanitary napkin".

[0169] Diffusion diagram F3 shows menstrual blood spreading in an oval shape at the front of the sanitary napkin. Diffusion diagram F4 shows menstrual blood spreading across essentially the entire surface of the sanitary napkin.

[0170] Diffusion diagram F5 shows the diffusion of menstrual blood in a large area at the back of the sanitary napkin. Diffusion diagram F6 shows the diffusion of menstrual blood in three separate sections of the sanitary napkin.

[0171] Using diffusion diagrams F1 to F6 in the manner described above allows for the specification of the shape, size, and position of the menstrual blood area attached to the sanitary napkin. For example, in diffusion diagram F1, the "shape of the menstrual blood area" is an ellipse, the "size of the menstrual blood area" is the area of ​​the ellipse, and the "position of the menstrual blood area" is the center (or centroid) of the ellipse.

[0172] When the user operates the terminal 20 to select a diffusion map from diffusion maps F1 to F6 that approximates the state of menstrual blood attached to the used "sanitary napkin", the receiving module 44 receives the selected "diffusion map" as "information I2" (S23: receiving processing). As a result, the state of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin" is obtained as quantitative information.

[0173] In response to processing S23, such as Figure 7 As shown, the input screen display module 40 causes the display 33 to display an input screen 220 (S24) for inputting the number of hours the "sanitary napkin" has been worn and whether there is any menstrual blood leakage from the "sanitary napkin".

[0174] Input screen 220 includes messages 320 and 321 related to the number of hours the "sanitary napkin" was worn (or the number of hours it was used) and messages 322 and 323 related to the presence or absence of leakage from the "sanitary napkin".

[0175] Message 320 includes the message "How long have you been wearing a sanitary napkin?", and message 321 indicates "X hours".

[0176] Message 322 includes the message "Is there a leak from the sanitary napkin?", and message 323 indicates "Yes" or "No". When the user taps the display 33 to enter the number of hours the "sanitary napkin" has been worn and selects either "Yes" or "No", the receiving module 44 receives the input result and the selection result as "Information I3" related to the number of hours of wear and "Information I4" indicating whether there is a leak (S25: Reception Processing).

[0177] In response to processing S25, based on "Information I4", the selection graph display module 42 determines whether there is leakage from the "sanitary napkin" (S26). If there is no leakage from the "sanitary napkin" ("No" in S26), the selection graph display module 42 ends processing S10.

[0178] On the other hand, if there is leakage from the "sanitary napkin" ("yes" in S26), the selection of the image display module 42 causes the display 33 to display... Figure 8 The selection screen 230 shown is for selecting the location of the leak (S27: third display processing).

[0179] Selection screen 230 includes six icons 350-355 for selecting the location of the leak. On display 33, icon 350 is an icon placed in front of the "sanitary napkin" and includes the mark "front".

[0180] Icon 351 is an icon placed on the right side of the "sanitary napkin" and includes the mark "right side", and icon 352 is an icon placed on the left side of the "sanitary napkin" and includes the mark "left side".

[0181] Icon 353 is an icon placed to the right rear of the "sanitary napkin" and includes the "right rear" mark, and icon 354 is an icon placed to the left rear of the "sanitary napkin" and includes the "left rear" mark.

[0182] Icon 355 is an icon placed behind "sanitary napkin" and includes the mark "behind".

[0183] In response to tapping any of the icons 350-355, the receiving module 44 accepts the leak location corresponding to the selected icon as "Information I5" (S28: Reception Processing). In response to processing S28, processing S10 ends.

[0184] At the end of processing S10, such as Figure 3 As shown, the communication unit 36 ​​sends the “information I1” to “information I5” (or “information I1” to “information I4” if “information I5” is not accepted) to the server 21 in processing S10 (S11).

[0185] The communication unit 102 of the server 21 receives “information I1” to “information I5” sent in processing S11 (S12). Subsequently, the control unit 100 stores “information I1” to “information I5” as input information 121 in the storage unit 101 (S13).

[0186] Figure 9 An example of the input information 121 stored in storage unit 101 is shown. Figure 9 As shown, the input information 121 for each date and time includes "Information I1" to "Information I5", and "Menstrual Flow Amount" as the amount of menstrual flow obtained through calculation. Note that "Year" has been omitted in this document for convenience.

[0187] exist Figure 9 In the first line, "Information I1" received on "June 10th, 15:00" indicates that the model is A1 and the size is 21cm. In addition, "Information I2" indicates that diffusion pattern F1 was selected as the diffusion pattern, "Information I3" indicates that the wearing hours are 3 hours, and "Information I4" indicates that there is no leakage.

[0188] By referring to the history of "Information I1" to "Information I5," one can understand the user's menstrual trends, such as menstrual flow volume. Furthermore, by referring to the calculated "menstrual flow volume," one can understand the trend in the amount of menstrual flow absorbed by a single sanitary napkin. Specifically, in Figure 9 The first line shows the menstrual flow amount as "3g" for "June 10th, 15:00".

[0189] In response to Figure 3 In the processing S13, based on the latest "information I1" to "information I5" stored in S13, the selection unit 110 of the server 21 performs processing for selecting messages for the user (S14).

[0190] Figure 10 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of message selection processing S14. First, based on "information I4", selection unit 110 determines whether there is a leak (S30).

[0191] If a leak is determined to exist ("Yes" in S30), the selection unit 110 operates as follows: based on "Information I5" (leakage location), "Information I1" (model and size), "Information I2" (diffusion map) and "Information I3" (wearing hours), the selection unit 110 selects at least one of message information X and Y from message information 122; message information X is a message information related to the usage method, and message information Y is a message information recommending the use of a "sanitary napkin" (second absorbent article) that is different from the "sanitary napkin" (first absorbent article) already worn (S31).

[0192] On the other hand, if it is determined that there is no leakage ("No" in S30), the selection unit 110 operates as follows: based on "Information I1" (model and size), "Information I2" (diffusion map), and "Information I3" (wearing hours), the selection unit 110 selects at least one of message information X and Y from message information 122; message information X is information related to the usage method; and message information Y is information recommending the use of a "sanitary napkin" (second absorbent item) different from the "sanitary napkin" (first absorbent item) already worn (S32). The details of the processing S31 and S32 of the selection unit 110 selecting message information from message information 122 based on "Information I1" to "Information I5" will be explained later.

[0193] Note that the message displayed on the display 33 based on "Message Information X" corresponds to "First Message", and the message displayed on the display 33 based on "Message Information Y" corresponds to "Second Message".

[0194] In response to Figure 3In processing S14, the communication unit 102 sends the selected message information to the terminal 20 (S15). Subsequently, the communication unit 36 ​​of the terminal 20 receives the message information sent from the server 21 (S16). Furthermore, based on the message information received by the communication unit 36 ​​in processing S16, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display a message for the user (S17: First display processing).

[0195] ===Specific Example of Details and Message Selection Processing S14 in Selection Unit 110===

[0196] Will be adopted Figure 9 The input information 121 shown is used as an example to illustrate the processing of the selection message of the selection unit 110.

[0197] Selection unit 110 is, for example, a neural network learning model built based on predetermined training data. Here, "predetermined training data" refers to data in which information of the aforementioned types (information I1, information I2, information I3, information I4, and information I5) received at predetermined time i are associated as real data with various message information (message information Xi and message information Yi) selected by the developers of computer system 10. In other words, selection unit 110 is a learning model built using training data that assigns the best message to past "information I1" to "information I5".

[0198] As a result, if new information (information I1, information I2, information I3, information I4 and information I5) is input to the selection unit 110, the selection unit 110 performs so-called inference processing to select and output message information X and message information Y corresponding to the input.

[0199] In this embodiment, although the selection unit 110 is a neural network learning model, it is not limited to this. The selection unit 110 may be, for example, a block that performs rule-based processing. Specifically, the selection unit 110 may be a functional block that selects message information X and message information Y based on predetermined rules and the information of the above types (information I1, information I2, information I3, information I4 and information I5).

[0200] << Figure 9 The information in the first line >>

[0201] exist Figure 9In the first line, "Information I1" indicates that the sanitary napkin used by the user is a size A1, 21cm in size. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that the user's menstrual blood spreads in an elliptical shape roughly in the center of the sanitary napkin, similar to the diffusion pattern F1. Furthermore, "Information I3" indicates that the sanitary napkin was worn for 3 hours, and "Information I4" indicates that there was no leakage of menstrual blood from the sanitary napkin. The "menstrual blood volume" is "3g".

[0202] In this case, selection unit 110 selects, for example, "message information X1" related to the usage of "sanitary napkin" from message information 122. As a result, as... Figure 11 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display a message 400 based on "Message Information X1". Note that message 400 includes the message "The appropriate sanitary napkin is correctly worn".

[0203] << Figure 9 The information in the second line >>

[0204] exist Figure 9 In the second line, "Information I1" indicates that the sanitary napkin used by the user is a size A1, 21cm in size. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that the user's menstrual blood spreads in an oval shape at the back of the sanitary napkin, similar to the diffusion pattern F2. Furthermore, "Information I3" indicates that the sanitary napkin was worn for 4 hours, and "Information I4" indicates that there was no leakage of menstrual blood from the sanitary napkin. The "menstrual blood volume" is "3g".

[0205] In this case, selection unit 110 selects, for example, "message X2" related to the usage of "sanitary napkin" from message information 122. As a result, as... Figure 12 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display message 401 based on "message information X2".

[0206] Note that message 401 includes the message "The sanitary napkin is placed slightly back. The correct way is shown in the video: www.aaa...". As a result, users can, for example, learn the correct way to wear a "sanitary napkin" by visiting the website shown in message 401.

[0207] << Figure 9 The information in the third line >>

[0208] exist Figure 9In the third line, "Information I1" indicates that the sanitary napkin used by the user is a size A1, 21cm in diameter. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that the user's menstrual blood spreads in an oval shape at the front of the sanitary napkin, similar to the diffusion pattern in F3. Furthermore, "Information I3" indicates that the sanitary napkin was worn for 4 hours, "Information I4" indicates that there is menstrual blood leakage from the sanitary napkin, and "Information I5" indicates that the leakage location is at the front. The "Menstrual Blood Amount" is "3g".

[0209] In this case, selection unit 110 selects "message information X3" related to the usage method of "sanitary napkin" from message information 122. As a result, as... Figure 13 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display message 402 based on "message information X3".

[0210] Note that message 402 includes the message "The sanitary napkin is positioned slightly forward. The correct way is shown in the video: www.aaa...". As a result, the user can wear the "sanitary napkin" in the proper position, thereby preventing leakage.

[0211] << Figure 9 The information in the fourth line >>

[0212] exist Figure 9 In the fourth line, "Information I1" indicates that the sanitary napkin used by the user is a size B1, 23cm in size. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that the user's menstrual blood spreads across virtually the entire surface of the sanitary napkin, similar to the spread pattern in F4. Furthermore, "Information I3" indicates that the sanitary napkin was worn for 8 hours, and "Information I4" indicates that there was no leakage of menstrual blood from the sanitary napkin. The "menstrual blood volume" is "10g".

[0213] In this case, selection unit 110 selects from message information 122 "message information X4" related to the usage of "sanitary napkin" and "message information Y1" recommending the use of a "sanitary napkin" of a different type than the one being used. As a result, as... Figure 14 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display message 403 based on "message information X4" and message 410 based on "message information Y1".

[0214] Note that message 403 includes the message "You have been wearing this sanitary pad for too long. Recommended usage hours are explained in the video: www.xyz...". As a result, users can understand the appropriate number of hours to wear the sanitary pad, thereby more reliably preventing menstrual blood leakage from the sanitary pad.

[0215] Additionally, message 410 includes the message "Recommended model B3. Model B3 is introduced in the video: www.bbb...". As a result, users can choose a more suitable sanitary napkin, such as a longer sanitary napkin (model B3). Therefore, users can reduce the number of hours they wear the sanitary napkin and use a more suitable sanitary napkin (model B3), thereby more reliably preventing menstrual blood leakage from the sanitary napkin.

[0216] << Figure 9 The information in the fifth line >>

[0217] exist Figure 9 In the fifth line, "Information I1" indicates that the sanitary napkin used by the user is a size A2, 25cm in diameter. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that the user's menstrual blood, like in diffusion diagram F5, spreads in a large area at the back of the sanitary napkin. Furthermore, "Information I3" indicates that the sanitary napkin was worn for 4 hours, "Information I4" indicates that there is menstrual blood leakage from the sanitary napkin, and "Information I5" indicates that the leakage location is at the back. Finally, the "menstrual blood volume" is "8g".

[0218] Regardless of a standard number of hours for wearing (e.g., 4 hours), menstrual blood spreads over a large area as shown in diagram F5, because, for example, the user's menstrual blood may be discharged at a rate higher than the absorption rate of a "sanitary napkin".

[0219] In this case, selection unit 110 selects from message information 122 "message information X2" related to the usage of "sanitary napkin" and "message information Y2" recommending the use of "sanitary napkin" of a different type than the "sanitary napkin" used.

[0220] As a result, Figure 15 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display message 401 based on "message information X2" and message 411 based on "message information Y2". Message 401 and Figure 12 The message shown is the same.

[0221] Additionally, message 411 includes the message "Recommended model B4. Model B4 is introduced in the video: www.ccc...". As a result, users can choose a more suitable sanitary napkin (e.g., a sanitary napkin with a high menstrual blood absorption rate (model B4)) and wear it in the correct position. Therefore, users can more reliably prevent menstrual blood leakage from the sanitary napkin.

[0222] << Figure 9 The information in the sixth line >>

[0223] exist Figure 9In the sixth line, "Information I1" indicates that the sanitary napkin used by the user is a size A1, 21cm in size. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that the user's menstrual blood spreads in three separate sections of the sanitary napkin, similar to the diffusion diagram F6. Furthermore, "Information I3" indicates that the sanitary napkin was worn for 3 hours, and "Information I4" indicates that there was no leakage of menstrual blood from the sanitary napkin. The "menstrual blood volume" is "5g".

[0224] Menstrual blood diffuses separately as shown in diagram F6, because, for example, the user's menstrual blood may be discharged at a rate lower than the absorption rate of the "sanitary napkin," and the menstrual blood can flow along the user's body.

[0225] In this case, selection unit 110 selects from message information 122 a message information Y3 that recommends using a sanitary napkin of a different type than the one being used.

[0226] As a result, Figure 16 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display message 412 based on "message information Y3".

[0227] Message 412 includes the message "Recommended model B5. Model B5 is introduced in the video: www.ddd...". As a result, the user can select a "sanitary napkin (model B5)" that is more suitable for their menstrual flow. Additionally, in the case of diffusion diagram F6, the influence of the user's underwear can be considered. In this case, the display 33 can also display additional messages recommending the use of sanitary panties of a size or type that help achieve close contact between the sanitary napkin and the body.

[0228] ===Other Embodiments===

[0229] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above, these embodiments are merely for the purpose of facilitating understanding of the invention and should not be construed as limiting the invention. Various changes or modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit, and equivalents are included. For example, variations described below are possible.

[0230] <<Case Study: Using Images of Attached Menstrual Blood>>

[0231] This embodiment uses, for example, the following method. Figure 6Multiple diffusion maps F1 to F6 are used as information representing the state of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin". However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The information representing the state of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin" can be, for example, an image obtained by camera 34, which is an image of menstrual blood attached to the "sanitary napkin". In this case, for example, by building a learning model based on training data that assigns appropriate message information X and message information Y to multiple images, substantially the same processing as in this embodiment can be performed.

[0232] In other words, for example, information such as an image of menstrual blood adhering to a "sanitary napkin" can be used as information representing the state of menstrual blood adhering to the "sanitary napkin." This information can specify the shape, size, and position of the menstrual blood area within the "sanitary napkin" for the area of ​​menstrual blood adhering to the "sanitary napkin." Therefore, essentially the same processing as in this embodiment can be performed.

[0233] <<Using the history of input message 121>>

[0234] Furthermore, in this embodiment, each time the user inputs "Information I1" to "Information I5", "Information I1" to "Information I5" are stored in the storage unit 101. Then, the control unit 100 calculates the "menstrual flow" and stores the "menstrual flow" in the storage unit 101 in association with "Information I1" to "Information I5". Therefore, by referring to the history of input information 121, for example, the user's menstrual cycle pattern, such as increased menstrual flow on day x of the menstrual cycle, and the approximate menstrual flow during the menstrual period can be understood.

[0235] For example, when the control unit 100 retrieves such a menstrual cycle pattern, the selection unit 110 can select a message based on rules predetermined based on that menstrual cycle pattern. By using this history of past input information 121, more appropriate messages can be provided to the user.

[0236] <<Usage of Other Input Information>>

[0237] Although in this embodiment the user inputs “Information I1” to “Information I5” and selects message X and Y, the input information is not limited to “Information I1” to “Information I5”.

[0238] For example, the input information could be information indicating whether the user is wearing sanitary underwear (hereinafter referred to as "Information I6"), information about clothing worn over the underwear (e.g., whether the user is wearing pants or a skirt) (hereinafter referred to as "Information I7"), or information related to the user's daily life ("Life Information") (hereinafter referred to as "Information I8"). Note that "Life Information" may include, for example, information about the user's most frequent posture during menstruation or whether they have exercised.

[0239] Selection unit 110 allows users to select messages X and Y by referring not only to "Information I1" to "Information I5" but also to "Information I6" to "Information I8" mentioned above. In this case, messages related to suitable "sanitary napkins" can be provided to the user based on a larger amount of input information. In addition, based on "Information I1" to "Information I8", messages recommending the use of related items such as sanitary underwear suitable for the user can also be displayed (third message).

[0240] <<Choosing Other Diffusion Maps>>

[0241] As mentioned above, Figure 6 The diffusion maps F1 to F6 displayed on selection screen 210 are examples. For example, selection screen 210 includes... Figure 17 The diffusion diagram shown is F7. Note that... Figure 17 The zoomed-in state of diffusion map F7 is displayed, allowing the user to easily select diffusion map F7 on selection screen 210.

[0242] Additionally, diffusion diagram F7 shows a small amount of menstrual blood adhering to the approximate center of the "sanitary napkin" and being absorbed.

[0243] << Figure 18 The information in the third line >>

[0244] Figure 18 Showing with Figure 9 The input information is different from the input information 121. For example Figure 9 As shown, the input information 121 for each date and time includes "Information I1" to "Information I5" and "Menstrual flow".

[0245] exist Figure 18 In the third line, "Information I1," received at "June 11, 5:00," indicates that the "sanitary napkin" used by the user is a size A1, 21cm in size. Additionally, "Information I2" indicates that diffusion pattern F7 was selected as the diffusion pattern, "Information I3" indicates that the wearing hours were 8 hours, and "Information I4" indicates no leakage. Furthermore, the "menstrual flow" is "1g or less."

[0246] In this case, selection unit 110 selects from message information 122 "message information X5" related to the usage of "sanitary napkins" and "message information Y4" recommending the use of "panty liners" or "sanitary napkins" of a different type than the "sanitary napkins" used. As a result, as... Figure 19 As shown, the message display module 43 causes the display 33 to display message 420 based on "message information X5" and message 421 based on "message information Y4".

[0247] Message 420 includes the message "Place the sanitary napkin in the appropriate position." Message 421 includes the message "Recommended model B6. Model B6 is introduced in the video: www.eee...". As a result, users can choose a more suitable model, such as a shorter and thinner "sanitary napkin or panty liner (model B6)". Therefore, users can feel more comfortable.

[0248] In this embodiment, although the display 33 shows a model different from the one used by the user as a message, it may also display a message Y recommending the use of a "sanitary napkin" (second absorbent article) of a different type (e.g., day / night or thin / thick) than the "sanitary napkin" (first absorbent article). Similarly, in this case, substantially the same effect as in this embodiment can be obtained.

[0249] As a method for providing this embodiment, a dedicated application can be installed on terminal 20, and the program installed on server 21 and the application installed on terminal 20 can work together to provide this embodiment to the user. Optionally, a universal browser can be installed on terminal 20, and terminal 20 can connect to server 21 via the universal browser to provide this embodiment to the user.

[0250] Alternatively, a program can be provided to a computer using a non-transitory computer-readable medium having an executable program. Note that examples of non-transitory computer-readable media include magnetic recording media (e.g., floppy disks, magnetic tapes, or hard disk drives) and CD-ROMs (read-only memories).

Claims

1. A computer-readable medium storing a program that causes a computer to execute: a receiving process for receiving first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; a first display process for causing a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message being a message about a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message being a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article; and a second display process for causing the display to display a plurality of pictures in which attachment states of menstrual blood attached to predetermined absorbent articles are different from each other, and the second information being information indicating a picture selected from the plurality of pictures.

2. The computer-readable medium according to claim 1, wherein the second information includes information for specifying: a shape of an area of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article, a size of the area of menstrual blood, and a position of the area of menstrual blood in the first absorbent article.

3. The computer-readable medium according to claim 1, wherein the first message includes a message about a position at which the first absorbent article is placed.

4. The computer-readable medium according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the receiving process further includes a process for receiving third information, the third information being information indicating a length of time for which the first absorbent article is used by the user, and the first display process causes the display to display at least either one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the third information.

5. The computer-readable medium according to claim 4, wherein the first message includes a message about the length of time for which the first absorbent article is used.

6. The computer-readable medium according to claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of pictures is a picture in which at least one of a shape of an area of menstrual blood, a size of the area of menstrual blood, and a position of the area of menstrual blood is different.

7. The computer-readable medium according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the receiving process further includes a process for receiving fourth information, the fourth information being information about leakage of menstrual blood from the first absorbent article, and the first display process causes the display to display at least either one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the fourth information.

8. The computer-readable medium according to claim 7, wherein the program causes the computer to further execute a third display process, the third display process being a process for causing the display to display a selection picture for selecting a position of leakage of menstrual blood, and the fourth information includes fifth information, the fifth information indicating a position selected by using the selection picture. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 9. The computer-readable medium according to claim 7, wherein in response to acceptance of the fourth information in the receiving process, the first display process causes the display to display the first message in preference to the second message.

10. A computer-readable medium storing a program causing a computer to execute: a receiving process for receiving first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; a first display process for causing a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message being a message about a usage mode of the first absorbent article, the second message being a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article; and a third display process for causing the display to display a selection figure for selecting a position of a menstrual blood leakage.

11. A computer-readable medium storing a program causing a computer to execute: a receiving process for receiving first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; and a first display process for causing a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message being a message about a usage mode of the first absorbent article, the second message being a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article.

12. A method for supporting a user of an absorbent article, the method comprising: a receiving step for receiving first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ the first display step, for causing the display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message is a message relating to a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message is a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article, and the second display step, for causing the display to display a plurality of pictures of which states of attachment of menstrual blood to a predetermined absorbent article are different from each other, the second information is information indicating a picture selected from the plurality of pictures.

13. A method for supporting a user of an absorbent article, the method comprising: a receiving step for receiving first information and second information, the first information is information relating to a first absorbent article used by the user, the second information is information relating to a state of attachment of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; a first display step for causing a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message is a message relating to a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message is a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article, and a third display step for causing the display to display a process for selecting a position of leakage of menstrual blood using a selection picture, in the receiving step, fourth information is further received, the fourth information is information relating to leakage of menstrual blood from the first absorbent article, in the first display step, the display is caused to display at least either one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the fourth information, and the fourth information includes fifth information, the fifth information indicates a position selected by using the selection picture.

14. A method for supporting a user of an absorbent article, the method comprising: a receiving step for receiving first information and second information, the first information is information relating to a first absorbent article used by the user, the second information is information relating to a state of attachment of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; a first display step for causing a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message is a message relating to a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message is a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article, in the receiving step, fourth information is further received, the fourth information is information relating to leakage of menstrual blood from the first absorbent article, in the first display step, the display is caused to display at least either one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the fourth information, and in the first display step, in response to acceptance of the fourth information in the receiving step, the display is caused to display the first message in preference to the second message.

15. A computer system comprising: a receiving module configured to receive first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; a first display module configured to cause a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message being a message about a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message being a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article; and a second display module configured to cause the display to display a plurality of pictures in which attachment states of menstrual blood attached to predetermined absorbent articles are different from each other, and the second information being information indicating a picture selected from the plurality of pictures.

16. A computer system comprising: a receiving module configured to receive first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; a first display module configured to cause a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message being a message about a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message being a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article; and a third display module configured to cause the display to display a process of selecting a selection picture for selecting a position of a menstrual blood leakage, the receiving module further receives fourth information, the fourth information being information about the menstrual blood leakage from the first absorbent article, the first display module causes the display to display at least either one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the fourth information, and the fourth information includes fifth information, the fifth information indicating a position selected by using the selection picture.

17. A computer system comprising: a receiving module configured to receive first information and second information, the first information being information about a first absorbent article used by a user, the second information being information about an attachment state of menstrual blood attached to the first absorbent article; and a first display module configured to cause a display to display at least either one of a first message and a second message based on at least the first information and the second information, the first message being a message about a manner of use of the first absorbent article, the second message being a message recommending use of a second absorbent article different from the first absorbent article, the receiving module further receives fourth information, the fourth information being information about the menstrual blood leakage from the first absorbent article, the first display module causes the display to display at least either one of the first message and the second message based on at least the first information, the second information, and the fourth information, and In response to the fourth information being accepted by the receiving module, the first display module causes a display to display the first message in preference to the second message.

18. A computer program product comprising a computer program which, when executed by a processor, implements the method for supporting a user of an absorbent article according to any one of claims 12-14.

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