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Are tampons safe to use? are there any associated risks?
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Generally very safe: with the exception of leaving it in too long or forgetting about it- can cause infection or toxic shock syndrome. Just be sure to change the tampons regularly and 1-3 times/day depending on your flow.
Answered 10/28/2014
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