How To Remove The Cardboard Applicator Of A Tampon From Vagina?

Posted on Mon, 27 Oct 2014

Question: I'm not sure if the cardboard applicator of a tampon is lost in my vagina. How can I determine if it is? How quickly do I need to determine this?

Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (41 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Try to remove or go to ED.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for using Healthcare Magic. In the same way that a tampon should not be left in for an excessive length of time, neither should the cardboard appilcator. This is because it could become a source of infection. Ideally it should not remain for longer than 8 hours. Therefore, I suggest you try to remove it yourself of go to the ED for examination. If you insert further tampons you risk pushing the applicator further inside.
I hope this is of help. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Dr. k A Pottinger

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