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    Navigate: FAQ Home Page > Female -- Periods > Tampon when swimming
    Posted on: 06/18/2007

    Question

    if i wear a tampon can i swim without any leakage or anyone knowing?

    Answer

    Yes, wearing a tampon is a great option so you can swim without mess. Your menstrual flow usually slows when in water, and the only visible thing will be the string from the tampon, which your swimsuit will cover.


    Answered By:
    Nancy Brown , Ed.S, M.A., Ph.D.


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