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If i thought pregnancy spotting was the start of my period and used tampons will that harm my pregnancy? could i cause a miscarriage?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Probably not: If used as directed, tampons can be used safely.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/5/2018

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