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Is it alright to wear tampons every time your cycle comes on?

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Dr. Robert Kwok answered

Yes: There's no problem with tampons as along as they are changed several times a day.

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Is it alright to wear tampons every time your cycle comes on?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Kwok answered

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