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<b> FLEXIBLE ABSORBENT ARTICLE <d> An absorbent article having an outer covering, coating and absorbent core in which each is stretchable or extensible. The article has a thickness of about 4 mm or less, and a flexural stiffness of less than about 6 N-mm. The tension on the waist band, flap bands and leg bands can be modified to accommodate the addition of a more flexible absorbent core. The bending stiffness of the fasteners can be reduced to additionally accommodate the improved flexibility of the total article. |