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Could wearing tampons cause me to have more period pain?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
NO: But a remote possibility of infection being introduced, irretation to ingredients of tampoon may contribute.
Answered 10/4/2016
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If the tampon: in placed incorrectly it could cause vaginal pain.
Answered 5/27/2015
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Tampons: If placed correctly, it should not increase the pain.
Answered 5/27/2015
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