What Are The Repercussions Of Leaving A Tampon On For 7 Days?

Posted on Sat, 23 Jul 2016

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Question : hi...I had a terrible odor down there...so I reached in a felt a tampon...I pulled it out...I've been off my period since monday...odor is gone now...shud I b worried

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Watch out for fever or any discharge.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
The bad odor was due to tampon. Now that you have removed it, there is no need to worry. Watch out for any abnormal discharge or fever. In case any of these happen then do consult your gynecologist for proper antibiotics.
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