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I have a PID and have just started my periods. Is it OK to use tampons?

Home » FAQs » I have a PID and have just started my periods. Is it OK to use tampons?

I have a PID and have just started my periods. Is it OK to use tampons?

Yes these are fine but make sure you change them frequently as recommended by the manufacturer.

2021-04-06T10:34:27+00:00

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