female only Having a period right before surgery?

[lorri716 256]

I had my period when I had my surgery done. You simply wear mesh panties supplied by the hospital and a pad. No big deal. Your doctor isn't going anywhere near your vaginal so don't stress it. Don't put off your surgery.

Edited November 10, 2015 by lorri716

[PatsFanTN 5]

I was just in the doctors' office asking about menstrual cycles and the surgery today. The nurse told me that regardless of when I have had my cycle before the surgery (I'm going with the sleeve), there's a good chance that I'll start my period very soon after. She even said that there are women who will start their period on the table. From what she explained, the surgery impacts your hormones and starts weight loss mode immediately, and when your body starts burning the fat, it can release estrogen levels that can cause menstrual irregularity. Since it's common, I'm sure that your doctor will not be taken aback by it, and the nurse should have pointers on how to deal with it or what to expect

I didn't, however, ask about appropriate sanitary products to use during that time, so thank you to the previous posters for mentioning that! I now know I need to ask about what is appropriate to use so that I can prepare for what's to come.

Best of luck, and I hope that you're able to keep the surgery date that you had set your hopes on!

[MountianGirl 109]

Mine started a few days before and kept on going after because of the blood thinners they inject you with after surgery. So fun! But no biggie

[Zzzombrie 86]

I use period cups and those things, though awkward at first, are amazing! They hold a good amount and can be worn for 12 hours at a time. Or you can try the new stealthy lady Depends. Your Dr won't care about your period as they've seen it all. Neither will your nurses.

[naturegirl 320]

I have had an IUD since 2011 and was period free until my surgery date. Woke up that morning to light spotting. Guess it was the change of pre-op diet that brought it on. Thankfully it was almost nonexistent and gone the next day. The nurse said to not worry about it, it happens.