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General Surgery - Menstrual Cycle during surgery


Expert: Dawn Caceres - 1/20/2008

Question
I have surgery scheduled for Friday to have my gallbladder removed.  I didn't realize when I made the appointment that it would be the week of my period.  Is this okay or will I need to reschedule?
Thank you!
Lori

Answer
Dear Lori,

This is no problem. The only thing to do is to NOT wear a tampon, only use a pad that day. Bring an extra one with you just in case. This is a normal occurrence and surgeries cannot be planned around menstrual cycles.

I hope I've helped.

Dawn Caceres

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