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Im having a hysterectomy this week and i got my period can i the doctor still do it?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sure: Being on your period will not affect the surgeons ability to remove it.

Answered 6/16/2014

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