What was everyone told in regards to their birth control pills? Is it the norm to have to go off them 4 wks prior until 2 wks post op? Thanks in advance.

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My gyno suggested I take out my nuva ring before surgery... I think it helps prevent blood clots... Just make sure to get back on after surgery and be careful while you are off

Yes, that is pretty normal, due to the risk of blood clots.

I was allowed to keep taking mine straight through.

Edit: I wasn't allowed to take anything by mouth the morning of my surgery (not even water) so I missed that day. My husband and I also used backup birth control for a good month+ post-op because I have heard a LOT of horror stories of people getting pregnant even while on BC post WLS, because of the increased fertility. Plus I was on an antibiotic for a couple of days post-op.

I was allowed to take mine entire time. I take mine as a hormone replacement. Anesthesiologist even allowed me to take it morning of surgery with a sip of Water. I am about 2 weeks out but haven't had any issues.

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Most doctors require women on birth control to stop taking it pre op do to the risk of blood clots. I was able to stay on mine because I have the implant in my arm. They were sure to give me blood thinning medicine because I was at higher risk.