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Left a tampon in for 15 hrs sun> mon. i've been monitoring for tss symptoms. it's now thurs am. when will i be in the clear from developing tss?
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Now: You are in the clear from this episode of tampon use. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
Answered 4/7/2018
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Very low risk: Toxic shock syndrome is quite rare. It can be caused by any group A strep infections from cuts, burns or skin injury. Tampons sold in the US no longer are manufactured with materials that once increased the risk of TSS in super absorbent tampons. Based on what you describe it appears you are ok.
Answered 4/8/2018
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