Question:
If you are having your period, can you still have surgery?

   — Cindy L. (posted on June 17, 2002)

June 16, 2002
I too, wondered about this because of course, I was on my period when it was time for surgery. The answer is yes. Good luck to you!!
   — ncgal

June 16, 2002
I just had my TT this past Wednesday, and wouldn't you know I would get my period on Monday night...the question is yes, you can have surgery while your "monthly bill" is being paid...the nurses and doctors all told me the same thing--TAMPONS are a big no-no. The risk of infection is immense during a surgical procedure with them. Just tell the hospital upon your admission and you will be given the large size maternity pads with the ever fashionable fishnet panties and you'll do just fine. The nurses are used to taking care of all kinds of stuff...and the ones I had during my TT were AWESOME!! God Bless and Good Luck. Have a sparkling day! ~CAE~
   — Mustang

June 17, 2002
You can, with no problem, plenty of inconvenience, but no problem. If it makes you feel any better, a remarkably high percentage of women end up getting their periods right after a major surgery, even if it wasn't due. I thought I was safe, having had mine the week before my surgery. I ended up getting it again 2 days after my RNY. After reading this Q and A board for 9 months, I've discovered this is very common.
   — Bobbie B.