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My period is so light, i often use a light tampon even on the heaviest day. usually takes the full 8 hrs to fill up. is it safe to regularly do 8 hrs?

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Dr. Cassandra Hornbuckle answered

Yes: using a tampon every 8 hours is fine. Keeping a tampon in for more than 24 hours is not recommended due to the risk of infection, however 8 hours poses minimal risk of infection.

Answered 7/5/2015

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A member asked:

My period is so light, i often use a light tampon even on the heaviest day. usually takes the full 8 hrs to fill up. is it safe to regularly do 8 hrs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cassandra Hornbuckle answered

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