I'm due to have a tummy tuck while I'm having my period. Will it be a problem?

Hello,Thank you for your question. This shouldn't have any effect on your surgery. I'd recommend informing your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. All the best.  

For breast reduction surgeries , woman who are in first part of their menses  (1-14th day, before ovulation) has less obvious scars and possiibility of wound dehiscence  than woman who had that operation on second half of their menses (14-28 th day, after ovulation ) But is it true to say same thing for tummy tuck , we dont know yet 

Fortunately, menstruation does not affect procedures in the operating room.  Simply, inform your surgeon so that he/she can prepare you for surgery properly.  Good Luck!

It is no problem at all to have surgery while having your period. I have patients use a pad rather than a tampon because with the anesthetic and pain meds you might forget to change the tampon and can get a very bad infection. If you need a catheter during surgery do not worry. The OR staff is never bothered by a little blood.Best of luck with your surgery!