Beachwood, OH
A 19-year-old female asked:
I think i started my period while coming out of yeast infection.. even though there is still some dischargeis it safe to use a tampon now ?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
It is best: to hold off on tampon use until the treatment has completed. Two reasons: 1. The tissues may be tender/ raw. 2. Every time the tampon is removed - it will also remove some of the vaginal medication.
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