A member asked:

I accidentally left a tampon in for 4 days on last day of period? its out now but will i get poorly from it having been there for 4 days?

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Dr. Erik Evensen answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Probably not: Tampons are a leading cause of toxic shock syndrome in females if left in for a long period of time. If you have no foul discharge or smell and are not currently running a fever or feeling sick you are likely to be ok. If you have any symptoms dee a doctor asap.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 2/12/2015

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A member asked:

I accidentally left a tampon in for 4 days on last day of period? its out now but will i get poorly from it having been there for 4 days?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Erik Evensen answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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