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Can i go swimming without a tampon if i'm on my period?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It could be a bit: Messy. Some might consider it unhygienic if using a public facility. Consider use of a menstrual cup or a tampon.

Answered 3/23/2015

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A member asked:

Can i go swimming without a tampon if i'm on my period?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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