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A 22-year-old female asked:

I have used tampons for years. i have heavy periods. i am curreny having a heavy period why is it suddenly hard for me to insert a tampon?

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Dr. Robert Killiananswered

General Practice 29 years experience

Something is wrong: This is an infection or worse. It is not normal. You need an examination urgently.

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