Question:
RNY and women period

Has anyone had RNY been on their menstral cycle at time of surgery? I have my surgery for tomorrow and my period just came on this morning. My doctor said it's ok but I get low blood at time of period and I don't want any complications. Anyone ever experienced this and what happened?    — bre25 (posted on November 12, 2008)

November 12, 2008
I also had my period when I had surgery, I am very anemic to begin with but having my period during surgery and the hospital stay did not pose any issues for me.n Just make sure to let them know, the floor nurses did not know/ or get told I am not sure which so they were concerned a little until I woke up and was able to explain it to them.
   — Tammy W.

November 12, 2008
I woke up in recovery with mine. No big deal...They will keep track of all your vital signs...And if you are low blood, you're in the best place to deal with it! So try not to worry about those things...'cause if you need blood they can get you some really fast!:) Good luck on your surgery and your journey!
   — .Anita R.

November 12, 2008
I just had my surgery on 11/06/08. I got my period the morning of the surgery. I realized it as I was changing into my hospital gown. I am also anemic, however, I did not have any complications. Just let the nurses, doctors, and surgeon know that you are menstruating. It will not be a problem. However, if you are used to a certain type of protection, I would bring them with me to the hospital..The pads they give you are horrible. At least fo me they were horrible. LOL. I am SO glad I brought my Stayfree pads. It made it much easier to deal with. I used one of theirs and it was WAY too think. Good luck to you and I wish you all the best.
   — DIMPLES69

November 12, 2008
My period started after my surgery. The only thing my surgeon did different was took me off of the blood thinner meds. so I wouldn't bleed as heavily. Good Luck!
   — AprilJM

November 12, 2008
I was told by my doc that most women have there periods right after surgery due to having have surgery to the abdominal area. I had mines lasted for about week longer than usual but not heavy. Just make sure you pack some pads. No tampons you will be to sore to try and fool with those. LOL.
   — buggz2007

November 12, 2008
I started mine just before surgery - after not having one for nearly a year! I was told that the stress brings it on i a lot of women and not to worry about it. Evidently it is quite common! So, chances are if you postponed your surgery, it would start up again before you go in the next time! You should be fine - just be sure and let the nurses know - they are great! And good luck! Wendy
   — Wendy M.

November 12, 2008
Mine started a couple days before but was super, super light. They gave me hospital-issue undies one of those hideous pads... but some brainiac apparently decided I didn't need it. Which was a bad idea since they were giving me Lovenox (blood thinning shots in my stomach). I woke up in my room with a complete mess, think I was more mad than embarrassed. That issue aside, it was ok. I'm usually pretty anemic too, but didn't have a prob getting up and walking the next day or anything. So no worries-- they'll take good care of you.
   — snickersblk

November 13, 2008
I got mine the next day after surgery and I had just finished 3 days before. The doctors and nurses (I had to ask for pads, since I wasn't prepared) told me this is very common because of the trauma of surgery. I am just under 3 weeks post op and have had my period on and off since I have been home. I called my OBG and they said it was normal, but to make sure I take Iron (chewable form is not so bad.)
   — SharonZ

November 13, 2008
First off, I am also anemic (spelling) and secondly I too was on my period at the time of surgery. I never even thought about it, wore a tampon into the OR room, never even mentioned it to my doctor. Afterwards in my room the nurse was helping me up to walk and I mentioned that I had a tampon in that I might need to replace. She was surprised, and thought they might have taken it out during surgery (when they placed the catheter.) I guess my surgeon didn't care because he left it. I had no problems at all with my blood levels, or my cycle. I do know that I've heard several women say that having surgery can cause them to spontaneously start their cycle, so you'd think you could bleed heavier if already on it, I'm not sure though. Best thing to do is alert your surgeon to it, they've dealt with it before, I'm certain!
   — paislieghstar

November 14, 2008
no i wasn't on my period, i hadn't had one in two years..... until i had surgery. so far so good. i had a period after i got home!!!! had to call my doctor was affraid it was blood in my urine, lol. however at my next visit she ask me about it and said that wasn't so far fetched. i told her that wasn't part of the deal, and she just smiled.... sorry i just wanted to share!!
   — peggy R.

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