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Tampon unravelled when coming out. worried about tampon fibres staying and now i have headache/sore throat. tss symptoms? or am i just being paranoid?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Fever?: Headache and sore throat are not signs - a fever might be. The situation is rare but it's hard not to feel scared. Were they the supers made of the risky material? Did your skin get torn? If you're feverish, have other signs (below) or too worried, go to a clinic to check w/ an exam. Read here for info! http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/toxic-shock-syndrome/basics/symptoms/CON-20021326

Answered 7/1/2017

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