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A member asked:

I just got my appendix removed about 2 days ago, and i started my period which is more heavy then usual, can i wear tampons?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Tampons: Yes, you can and should wear tampons. If this is not working well, please contact your Gynecologist!

Answered 3/22/2016

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How do you know when your period is too heavy? Lately i've had to change my tampon more often than usual. About 1 and a half i last.

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Why is my period so heavy can't leave my tampon in longer 45-60 min and have to wear a pad. Its never been this bad and is there anything to help.

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I had a tubal done in 2018. I have had issues with my periods in the past but this month has been extremely wierd. i have been bleeding for 10 days but not heavy eough to wear a pad or tampon. it is only there when i wipe. sometimes pink sometimesred?

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Periods usually normal and heavy last two periods were very light no staining only saw blood if I put tampon in is this normal?

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