Plainfield, MI
A 40-year-old female asked:
What are your thoughts on the menstrual cup?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Its an option: It is certainly one option that a small group of women enjoy. There is nothing wrong with it. Most just prefer the convenience of tampons and pads.
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Viable option: They can be used during sports and swimming. They can be kept in considerably longer than a tampon.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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A 46-year-old member asked:
How do you use a menstrual cup?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Andrew Blazaranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 64 years experience
Insert vaginally: Used rarely today the cup is inserted vaginally and removed and emptied periodically and then reinserted.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Oct 21, 2015
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