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A member asked:

If you have vaginal infection does it hurt to use a tampon?

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Dr. Carolyn Thompson answered

It could: An infection would cause inflammation of the tissues in the vagina. These inflamed tissues could be irritated by the use of a tampon.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 9/9/2013

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