I just got my period, can I stop wearing my compression garment until it's over?

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Lipo/bbl surgery on 8/28/17 and I just got my period 9/1/17. Is it ok to not wear the compression garment until it's over? Please advise. I don't wear tampons

John Paul Tutela, MD · Answer

Thanks so much for reaching out. The short answer is no you may not stop wearing your compression garment.   It is vital that you keep your compression garment on at all times especially early in the postoperative period.  Most garments have a hole cut out in the crotch you can put a pad on here and then your underwear over the garment to hold in place.

I hope this helps :-)

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Your surgeon may want you to wear the compression garment around the clock, so I would contact your surgeon.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
  
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
  Having your period is not a reason for not use your garment, i understand the hygiene  issues but it is important use it to prevent the swollen. Remember to follow your surgeons advises. You need to wear your garment 24/7 for the few weeks after your surgery. Good luck :)

Adolfo Sesto, MD · Answer

You must continue  using your compression garment, it is very important to limit edema after surgery.
 I do not understand why you need to stop using it  just because of your period.Keep a good communication with your PS.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

You must follow your doctor's recommendations exactly. I tell my patients strict wear of the garment for 4-6 weeks. This means >23h per day.

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