For the ladies: menstruation question

I'm 5 weeks post op and having my first "real period". 4 days after surgery my body went into schlock I guess and I got a visit from the period fairy a week early, but it was very short.

Now things are "back to normal", but I can't eat. Every bite is forced. It's like the bloating is squishing all my organs and there is no room for food. I know. Weird. I can't describe the sensation. Anyone else experience challenges while menstruating post RNY?

I'm 80 days postop and I've had 3 periods since surgery. I haven't noticed any major differences than before, but I have noticed that I get a stall that starts a few days before I start and doesn't end until it's done.

I do!! I thought I was crazy at first because I was used to it when I had the band..but when I had the revision to RNY I was not expecting to feel so much tightness and restriction than normal. It was really weird. But yes I can definitely eat less. I might have to call it "soup week" again like I did when I had the band.

I'm totally on yogurt and purée!!! It's all I can handle!

I don't have an RNY but it happened with my Band and it happens with my sleeve. You certainly are not the only one - you can probably find some posts on here if you do a search.

I too get looser prior to my period. It's hormonal stuff for sure !

All best to you,

Layla

I haven't had a period in at least four years, but my doctor at the time said it was due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

I'm wondering if I'll start having them again once I have the surgery, as PCOS is often brought on by morbid obesity.

YES!!!

I always had terrible cramps but for some reason mine have been worse and my periods have been heavier. I have noticed that it is harder to eat so during this time I usually try and do more shakes. Hang in there. I'm told it gets better.

It really aches worse during heavy periods. If the cramps are so strong that the pain gets doubled, call for a checkup. The doctor may be able to treat painful periods that have a physical cause. If the flow is too heavy, count on pads or tampons. But you will need to change them frequently, instead you can try a menstrual cup such as Instead, Diva, Cupissima, etc. They store menstrual liquid for up to 12 hours minimum, hence one can do their activities without the fear of leakage too.