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I think i have a tampon "lost" somewhere in my uterus.how bad can that be if not removed? i was intoxicated and my boyfriend and i had intercourse.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Retained tampon: A tampon cannot get into the uterus. Haven't you seen how big they are? But a tampon can be hiding under the cervix. You should be able to pull it out if you go find your cervix and feel underneath it.

Answered 7/17/2014

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