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Used a public restroom. im on my period & as i went to put in my tampon a gush of blood came out & onto the floor. i wiped up the floor & then wiped myself down & put my tampon back in.worried about hiv/germs since not washing my hands from floor?
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Hand washing: Regular hand washing is the first line of defense for protecting yourself from bacterial "invaders". I certainly hope that you washed your hands at the sink after the "tampon" experience and took a shower or bath once you were home as a 2nd line of defense. Good hygiene practices are essential to live a healthy life.
Answered 4/17/2018
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