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Re: Left tampon in for three weeks....TSS possible? HELP!From: Abby (anonymous@obgyn.net)Fri, 29 Aug 2003 13:01:44 -0500 (CDT)
At Fri, 29 Aug 2003, Kimi wrote: > >I actually posted a couple of weeks ago concerning a problem with a >smelly, brown discharge when I push hard after urinating. Otherwise my >discharge (on my underwear)was normal and smelled fine. I was advised >by both the forum and my doctor (just over the phone)that all periods >arent the same and this one was just taking longer to flush out. I was >just shocked today, 3 weeks later, to have a tampon fall out as I was >pushing for a bm. Yesterday, my throat started to hurt and I have a >slight headache, I've been a little dizzy and feeling very run down. >Could I have the beginning stages of TSS? Am I in the clear now that the >tampon has voided my body? Ladies, PLEASE, ALWAYS go to the doctor to be >sure if you have any doubts about having removed a tampon. I am so >scared, TSS is a serious matter. Advice? kimi, You are "not in the clear" by removing a tampon that's been in your body for three weeks. Don't worry- just call your doctor and tell him or her what has happened. Or go to the E.R. or urgent care clinic. In cases of possible TSS they will likely administer antibiotic therapy before the final diagnosis is made. Remember, not all cases are fatal or do permanent damage. Don't be embarrassed- many women lose or forget a tampon. It's very important that you be seen and evaluated by a doctor right away.
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