Hi I have a question. I accidentally left a tampon in for about 3 weeks. After realizing it and took it out I had a smell, which subsided and is now gone however, I ended up with strep throat and an ear infection, to which has been treated by a doctor. NOW, my throat is NOT soar BUT, my lymph noides in my neck are so soar to any type of touch. I am not sure what is going on. Hopefully, you can shed a bit of light. I don t wanna freak myself out.