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A member asked:

My sister wanted to know if tampons could cause a uti?

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Dr. Mazen Kherallah answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Possible: Irritation or injury to the vagina or urethra caused by sexual intercourse, douching, tampons or feminine deodorants can give bacteria a chance to invade and cause UTI.

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 12/12/2017

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