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A member asked:

I one time wore a tampon for 26 hours. sometimes i wear them overnight. i have never gotten tss. am i invincible against the infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

No: You just got lucky with prolonged exposure... Wearing tampons overnight not at risk for infection but several days can be risky.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 4/9/2017

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