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I don't remember if I put a tampon in or not so I am worried that one is stuck. I put my finger in my vagina to search and don't think I felt anything but I'm not sure. However, when I pulled my finger out, there was blood on it; does that mean I don't have one in?

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Most unlikely there is no tampon left there ,as otherwise u would have had no blood on ur finger,but if you get an internal check up done by a Gynaecologist ur doubts would be put to rest. ... Read More

I went to the gynecologist for a ladies exam yesterday and they found that I'd forgotten a tampon inside of me. It had been in there for at least nine days (gross, I know, I'm sorry). Later that day that they removed it, I began getting tender pain in my groin on the right side. I know I didn't pull any muscle. I'm thinking that my body's immune re

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Get a proper course of antibiotics and get your blood test for infection. Lost tampon is a huge source of infection ... Read More

Is it safe to use tampons? How many hours should I change my tampons? If I use tampons, will I avoid getting menstrual leaks on my pants?

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Tampons are safe to use , rather those who have heavy periods tampons are better than sanitary napkins, leak chances are very less..there are also menstrual cups which can be used ... Read More

Hi my name is khadija am in 9th and I am 13 years old I wanted to ask a question that can a use tampons in my periods

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Tampons r safe ... Read More

My father is 65 years old, he never had any issues, but stomach upsets happen. He has lost 7 kgs in 4 months. Also in the past 3 weeks, he had fever and cough and has lost 3 kgs. His weight is 60 now which is the least in all these years. Can someone please suggest what should be the next steps. What tests should he undergo?please help

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Kindly discuss for your concern ... Read More

Hi doctor i lost my baby at 24 weeks pregnancy due to preterm labour pain the reason is unknown till now after 2 and half year i had conceived for the first time because i had pcod and thyroid Now m worried will i able to get pregnant again what precautions to be taken in futue when should i try for anothet pregnancy It has been 10 days now i hav

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Strt folic acid supplements 3 months prior to conception The only treatment for pcod is to maintain a healthy bmi Make sure ur Thyroid levels are between .35 to 2.5 preconceptionallly Get ur rubella i ... Read More

Which one to use? I have never used a tampon before and would like to know which will be suitable. Would like to know the odds.

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Hello.... Tampons or sanitary pads you can use either of them which ever you feel comfortable... generally people are not very comfortable with tampons as you need to insert it into vagina...but then ... Read More

I lost cardiac activity at 8 weeks The sac and everything has good growth but no heartbeat It was IVF pregnancy There is also one subcorionic bleed seen Is there any chance the heart beat can come back ?

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Connect pls ... Read More

I lost my mucus plug at week pregnant. Is it normal or ahould i be worried. This is my second child.

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Mucous discharge is normal during pregnancy Do u also hav lower abdominal cramping. Consult ur obstetrician or get an USG done for cervical length only after consulting ur doctor because it might not ... Read More

I have never slept with a tampon in before but i don't have any pads in my house. will it be ok for me to sleep with a tampon just this one time?

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HELLO, YOU CAN. O.K BYE. ... Read More

Hi I am 17 week pregnant and lost balance while on step did not fall thought but had a tremble. Will this effect my child, should I do anything?

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check heartbeat of the baby once with local gynecoloist ... Read More

I am not able to find my tampon inside my vagina. I don't remember taking it out. But it's no where. I took a search inside but it's not there not even thread. What should I do?

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U need to be examined by a gynecologist. They will per speculum vaginal examination ... Read More

I am obese. From 12th April I experienced a loss of appetite and from then on, I am losing weight. I just found I am losing 2-3 kgs per week. Although my appetite has inproved marginally, it is not what it was before. From 14th April onwards I mostly ate fruit and curd on days and limiting dinner quantityas well. I know losing this much weig

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Losing this much weight , in such a short period even on a diet in not advisable. Should be investigated. Are you having any other symptoms, like pain or difficulty in swallowing ,change is bowel or ... Read More

I had surgery(discharge summary attached) on 22.08.2022...Can I use tampons during periods(surgery was not done vaginally)?Will it affect the vaginal repair,vagina feels a bit tighter than before...Please reply

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U can use ... Read More

Tampon was inserted with out layer of plastic by mistake. She realised it when she removed it post 5 hours. The plastic didn't have any sharp edges. As of now no pain or any other symptoms.. can she develop any sort of infection?

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Reach for detailed discussion ... Read More

I hv a quary.. In my family all 5 members last Monday we got one day fever 88.8c and cold bodypain.. We are taken dolo 65 and vitamin c tablets for 3days aftr everthing is normal .no fever nothing but day 5 again all member in my family lost smell...till Nw same prb is thre some weakness bodypain is there that's it ..no other prb if possible sug

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Hi I am 14 years old and was thinking of trying tampons this time as I am a swimmer . All the gynaecologist say that it's fine for me to use it . I was wondering which tampon should I use for the first time ? If you could tell me the specific brand and type considering my age .

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Sanfe or safecup ... Read More

Hello doctor, I am a designing student as well as entrepreneur with a very successful professional life. In 2016 I felt symptoms of Bipolar Disorder but took it lightly. In 2019 July, a break up tragedy happened, giving me trauma and pushing Bipolar Disorder again, in the worst way possible. I was just one step away from suicide. I put my studies a

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You need constant counselling support to work on your self. With proper care this can be fixed. ... Read More

Hi my name is khadija I am studying in 9th grade and I wanted to ask that can I use a tampon in my periods

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Yes But change it at 6 hrs interval ... Read More

After getting uti and from constant friction of using tampons, I have got swelling on vaginal opening and inside walls. It is excessively sensitive to touch, walls enclose after constant touch and swollen opening causes the feeling of burning and pee-like sensations. Please advise.

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Needs examination Consult your gynecologist ... Read More

Foot burning sensation and both the legs are painful. Feeling week by evening Sugar is under control I

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Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free. *You can have chat or video call discussion* http://arth.link/drortho Or https://play ... Read More

She putted tampon in her vagina and its not coming out. the string is also broken and when she is trying to bring it out with fingers and its not coming out. now blood is also coming out from vagina but tampon is still there. now what she has to do bring that out.

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Use a twizer Or go to a local Gynaecologist ... Read More

Does the usage of Tampon changes the size and shape of vagina. Even when I use a tampon without applicator it hurts a lot while pushing it inside.

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The use of tampon doesn't change the size and shape of vagina... however use of tampons and less frequent changing can be associated with vaginal infections.. kindly get yourself examined by a gynae ... Read More

I have issue concentrating on anything. Most of the time i am lost in my own random futile thoughts. At times I find myself gazing at a thing constantly while random things keep coming in mind. Once in a week I come back in complete sense and my efficiency in work and study increases rapidly. Please suggest something to increase my concentration

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Hi what kind of useless thoughts are these? Is it stress related or otherwise? Since when are you having this issue? Concentration problem is main any other symptom. Need to screen you for stress and ... Read More

Hi, I am a 20 yr..I have my regular periods and I am absolutely having no issues with it. I exercise regularly and maintain a good diet and a healthy lifestyle. I am trainee cabin crew And very soon I will be having a session in the water And probably I will be on my periods at that time I cannot refrain from the session And henceforth I will

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Yes it is safe to use a tampon and by any chance if it gets stuck you can go to a gynecologist And Get It removed... also you can try postponing your periods or preponing it... if you feel comfortabl ... Read More

Doc, I have an upcoming exam in December and I have completely lost interest in studies. This exam is very vital for me. Many at times I'm very confused with my career choices, mostly because I have a big responsibility to bear. My parents are retiring soon and I have to look after them. But I have not been able to do anything significant till now.

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Hi. The best part of your question is your answer that this exam is a cakewalk for you. Focus on your present moment rather then thinking of future. Your present is going to lead to your future. ... Read More

I don't want to go to work, i don't want to meet people. Lost interest in everything. Eating and sleeping has became the only relaxing elements for me.lost hope in everything...

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Hello practo user I can understand the difficult situation that you are going through in your life . The symptoms that you have described can be due to some stress or negative event which is aggravat ... Read More

Today I am on the 2nd day of my period and I thought I will try to use a tampon of regular absorbency. I pushed it in without the plastic applicator, and it went all the way in till the end. When I bent down to pickup something, it hurt a little as well as when I sat down on bed. I did not feel nausea or anything immediately but in 5 minutes I was

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You do not have to push it in so high.TSS happens when you forget a tampon inside and it gets infected.Connect with me for online consultation for more details. ... Read More

I am 15 and just started using tampons. I put one in and can feel it as a walk, sit, etc. it does not hurt, it is just a bit uncomfortable. I put it in as far as I could and am not sure why I could still feel it

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Maybe this is not fitting in you.Put inside as much as possible otherwise it will come out.Even though you are not comfortable with that use alternate method choice is yours.Best is sanitary napkin. ... Read More

I inserted a tampon but cannot remember taking it out. I cannot feel anything when I insert my fingers into my vagina but was wondering if the tampon is still in could it go so far in that I could not feel it with my fingers? Thank you.

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Sometimes tampon can get expelled on their own or get lost in the posterior fornix ...so it is better if you have a doubt go and get yourself examined by a gynecologist near you so that if there is so ... Read More

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