Can I still have my VSG if I’m on my period?

[Ruby Hernandez 106]

Hello Everyone!

This is a question for my fellow Lady Sleevers. My Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery is in 4 days and I got my period today. Can I still have my surgery despite me being on my period? 😓

[sheademo29 12]

Hi had my period the night before my surgery.i just felt drained after the surgery

[Ruby Hernandez 106]

I’m sorry to hear that, the surgery recovery is already annoying as it is. Hopefully I don’t feel too bad. 😕 Thank you for the response!

[Ruby Hernandez 106]

ISSUE RESOLVED: My Surgeon said that it’s very common to have your period on surgery day and it will not interfere with my surgery. Thank the lord. 🙏🏻

[SusieQ2019 567]

Yes, I just had my VSG on the 29th April and my period came the day before. Let the nurse know so that they can give you underwear and pads. I was annoyed because it was 10 days early but it wasn't a big deal. It was funny when they asked when was my last period and my reply was NOW. lol.

Good luck...

[Ruby Hernandez 106]

Thank you SusieQ2019, I hope my experience gors as smoothly as yours. Also, thank you for the pad reminders! Best of luck on your bariatric journey! 😁

[MrsGamgee 756]

Mine is due to start on surgery day... so much fun. My nurse told me the same as above, tell the nurses day of and they'll get you what you need. And as soon as you're up and mobile afterward, you can use whatever you usually use.

[Ruby Hernandez 106]

Thank you for the response MrsGamgee! It’s nice to know I’m not the only one on this boat. Thank you for the information as well! ☺️

[RoseKay91 38]

I was on my period (day 3) on the day of my surgery. It’s not a problem.