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Is it safe to use tampons as a teen?

Ellen Rome, MD
Ellen Rome, MD
Pediatrics
Tampons have been linked to toxic shock syndrome. In this video, Dr. Rome discusses the right amount of time to wear a tampon to stay safe.


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