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Can i use tampon for the 2nd period after ectopic pregnancy surgery . used sanitary pad for the first one?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Tampon/post AB: Using tampons is ok after the first two to three weeks following surgery for an ectopic pregnancy.

Answered 1/2/2018

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A member asked:

Can i use tampon for the 2nd period after ectopic pregnancy surgery . used sanitary pad for the first one?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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