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I went to sleep with a tampon in and when i woke up it was gone! i didn't feel anything "up there" and its not in my bed or anything. where did it go?!

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Gyn can check: The vagina is a closed tube so a tampon can not get lost. If you are concerned it may still be inside then feel with your finger or have your gynecologist look for you.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I went to sleep with a tampon in and when i woke up it was gone! i didn't feel anything "up there" and its not in my bed or anything. where did it go?!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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