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Originally Posted by candlegirl
Did any of you have your period when going in for a spinal fusion? I am having mine done and my period usually comes around that same time. I am freaking out and worried about it. Will they still do the surgery? Can you wear tampons? Sorry for the TMI...
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Hi,
I had my tonsils out when I was 16 and had my period, and no tampons, just a big pad (tell the nurses descretely and they will help you). Wow that was a long time ago... :P
BUT, you can go see your family doc ahead of time and explain, he can give you birth control pills to take and postpone your period for a month until you are finished surgery and a bit of recovery. There is no harm in missing one or two periods on bc pills.
Good tip for planning a wedding too... LOL.
Good luck with your surgery.
Cathie