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A 27-year-old female asked:

I lost a tampon really deep inside me and did't know it. i haven't used one in a month, so it's been there for at least that long. am i ok? what can t

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Dr. Jeffrey Goldsteinanswered

Cosmetic Dentistry 33 years experience

See an OB/GYN now!: If you are sure a tampon is still there, you need to see an gynecologist immediately and have it removed!

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