For The Females

[CamiWhitmore 2]

I had my surgery on the 21st of August, and my monthly visitor began the 13th so I went threw the surgery and hospital stay during my time of the month I normally only bleed for no more then five days so when it was around still when my surgery date came up I figured it was stress so wasn't concerned much, but now its the 25th which makes it a total of 13 days ongoing I'm starting to freak out a little bit. Did anyone else have this problem?

[ayscott74 99]

I had the problem but mine I was done with it then 2 days after surgery I had another week I think it may be the stress and hormone change since we are not eating like we use to, but if it keeps on you may want to call your GYN.

[BitterSweet* 835]

Female hormones are stored in fat. As you are losing weight, they are being released and may cause fluctuations in your cycle to some degree; either the timing and or the amount of "flow." Perfectly normal. You'll probably also notice a good bit of weight drop off once it's over.

When you go back for a follow-up, be sure you mention this so they will make sure to check your labs - because although it's normal, heavy, heavy bleeding over a long period of time can put you at risk for anemia.

[moonlitestarbrite 902]

call the doctor that does your well woman care.

[amazon 579]

I got mine early after surgery. That first day after I saw spotting, then a day or so later there she was. It was well over a week early.

Between the stress of surgery, and the hormones you're unloading, it's not really a surprise. Either talk to your bariatric support folks (surgeon or NP) or contact your GYN. I tend to think it will just do what it's gonna do and you'll be fine. Just something to put up with for now.

good luck!

[CamiWhitmore 2]

Thanks you all very much all these advice has really calmed my nerves and I can now get back to focusing on my my diet and other important things that come with this surgery.

[GummyTummy 154]

You are also likely on blood thinners which makes continued bleeding very easy and relatively normal.