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I have been wearing a tampon for 24 hours what can happen?
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I assume it is out: Now if not it needs to come out now, it has the potential to cause a odorous vaginal infection or less commonly a severe pelvic infection, if u have an odor or pain, u need to see your gyn for cultures and antibiotics.
Answered 6/17/2013
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