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Verdict on Tampons vs Pad after GH diagnosis?!

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amber01875
amber01875

So I'm on my way to healing from my first OB and I got my period... I'm so scared to use a tampon becuase I don't want any complications, even though I might not have anymore sores inside the labia. What do you guys think/have any experience?!

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  • luceal12239
    luceal12239 amber01875

    Posted

    I'd say use a pad. just not to rub on any sores or lesions that you may have deep inside.

  • covered
    covered amber01875

    Posted

    I used a tampon on the first days because it was too heavy to just used a pad.
  • FelizCastus
    FelizCastus amber01875

    Posted

    You can use either, so whichever feels the most comfortable and less irritating. Some women prefer pads (no internal irritation), others tampons (keeps area dry). Neither method has any real bearing on your outbreak or healing, etc.
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