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If a tampon was stuck in the posterior fornix, would sperm still be able to get through the cervix and eventually could lead to pregnancy?
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Tampon: If the tampon is in the posterior fornix the sperm may be able to reach the cervix and thus lead to pregnancy
Answered 9/12/2014
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