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Menstrual Cups
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•Last Updated: August 28, 2025
Menstrual cups collect menstrual blood and prevent it from leaking out of the vaginal canal. Unlike tampons, they are nonabsorptive, often reusable, and can be worn for up to 12 hours, but they do come with a learning curve.
