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The first & last time i used a tampon during my period, i fainted about 3 min after insertion. now i'm terrified. should i try again, or give up?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Probably OK: Some women will have that reaction as a result of the exam to obtain a pap smear. It is a nerve reflex(vaso-vagal reflex). If you have had a normal pelvic exam and do not have pain with insertion of the tampon, you should be able to use tampons without difficulty.

Answered 4/21/2013

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A member asked:

The first & last time i used a tampon during my period, i fainted about 3 min after insertion. now i'm terrified. should i try again, or give up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

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