Why does a woman still get a period if her tubes are tied? What is the purpose?
144721
If you've had a tubal ligation (the correct technical term) that stops the eggs from being released into the uterus. The uterus reacts to your hormones fluctuating monthly, preparing for pregnancy, then when nothing happes, shedding the excess lining. Tubal ligation doesn't interfere with the monthly hormone shift - it is a mechanical barrier towards pregnancy prevention.
655653
If she's worried about getting pregnant, the stress alone can easily delay her period.  Remember protection is not 100\n%.  you can experience condom failure.
717567
Your ovaries will continue to work just as if you never had your tubes tied. You will ovulate, you will have monthly cycles (sorry, I hope you weren't counting on being done with periods).  Your hormones will still be ebbing and flowing just as they always did. You just wont have to worry about being able to get pregnant anymore.
909908
I've had my tubes tied, but I got it done at the same time I had my c-section (well, immediately following, I guess), so it would be hard for me to tell what pains came from where...\n\nnever had any complications.\n\ngood for you, nursing for so long!\nI nursed my first baby for 10 months and my second for 13 months.
730031
it's just that your body is taking longer to expel the fluid.  if your period's getting slower/lighter from the pills this totally explains it.  I am at the point where it's so light I can't use a tampon and it only lasts 3 days.  you should be having less cramps, too, which is part of what moves it along and out of your body.  try drinking more water (even tough you might bloat a little it will keep your internal tissue moister and will encourage movement.) as blood begins to dry and is exposed to air it changes color, that's all.
130168
Usually depends on the State you live in, your age, how many children you have, financial status, etc. I know that in Oklahoma, if you are on Medicaid (welfare), you can't get your tubes tied until you are 21 years old, no matter the cicumstance (that is if you want Medicaid to pay for it).
286412
There are quite a few possibilities.  This does happen to some women on a regular basis.  If this is typical for you, and you've mentioned it to your gyne in prior visits, I wouldn't be overly concerned.\n\nHowever, if this is new for you, or you're experiencing different symptoms (like an increase/decrease in flow, spotting, increased cramping), then I would suggest going to your doctor to make sure everything's ok.  It may just be your body going through a change, or reacting to stress, but it's always good to get checked out to be safe.\n\nAlso, I would suggest taking the pregnancy test to rule that out.  Nothing is 100% (except if you're not having sex at all), even condoms, the pill, or tubal ligation.
868704
Sometimes I regret and other times I dont. I have had mine tied for a year and there is no reversal for me due to having to have a hysterectomy. So now I just look on the bright side of the whole which is no more worrying about missed periods since I had a hysterectomy and no more worrying about getting pregnant since I had my tubes tied and have no uterus or cervix
743821
Because we give the gift of life. And every month an egg drops, and if it isn't implanted with semen, then we bleed(to death?). I wish that just once, a man would get a period, then they would see how it feels. They would probably die...lol. :)
649506
IUD insertion is easier during menstruation because the cervix is softer. It's common practice for doctors to do this.
929923
happens to a lot of women stressed out, also be on the look out for no period for one or more months. if your body doesnt feel  secure, it may ovulate properly.
482867
Maybe nothing. It could be stress that's making you have another period. If you have abnormal bleeding or cramping you may want to see a doctor.
1043993
im sure your doctor would know the differrence between and infection or even maybe a cyst and  an actual (ectopic pregnancy) which is actually where the baby begins to develope in the fallopian tubes. it is very rare because it would mean that the tubal ligation was not done correctly/securely. did you have them tied and singed or just tied which can be reversed later/ i would say though that it is just thickened scar tissue. from the tubal being done. but possible a cyst which needs to be checked out immediatly though. no matter what go to another doc for a second opinion
32231
It's a burden, I know.\n\nIt's because the blood in your uterus build up and after a month it all comes out. If women didn't have periods, they wouldn't be able to have babies.
610632
A woman's uterus contracts slightly in order to shed the lining (which is seen as "blood").  These contractions can be an annoyance to some, and very painful for others.  The discomfort is controllable by medication.
771324
SORRY, BUT YOU ARE MARRIED TO A MALE CHAUVINIST PIG.  HOW DARE HIM EXPECT YOU TO HAVE YOUR TUBES TIED WHEN HE IS THE ONE NOT WANTING ANY MORE CHILDREN.  DOES HE NOT REALIZE THAT HE CAN HAVE HIS NUTS CUT ONE DAY AND BE BACK AT WORK THE NEXT.  IF YOU HAVE YOUR TUBES TIED, IT IS AN ACTUAL SURGERY THAT TAKES A MINIMAL OF A WEEKS RECOVERY TIME.  TELL HIM TO GET NEUTERED OR GET USED TO HAVING A GREASY PALM.  YOU SHOULD NOT HAVE TO TAKE BIRTH CONTROL (WHICH BY THE WAY IS UNHEALTHY TO TAKE FOR TOO LONG) JUST BECAUSE HE WANTS TO GET HIS JOLLIES BUT NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR BIRTH CONTROL.  WHAT A PIG.\nI'M SORRY I'M IN ALL CAPS - BUT THIS REALLY PISSES ME OFF!!!!!
80024
It's generally not normal to have every period last for 20 days. If she's genuinely concerned about it, she'll go see her doctor. \n\nAs for you, worrying whether or not you're going to have sex, is sad. Come on...deciding whether or not to end a relationship because the woman you're seeing is having her period longer than normal? Periods are a part of life, get used to it. Besides...sex is most definitely not the most important part of a real relationship. There is so much more involved. And if you're not ready to handle that kind of commitment, you shouldn't be in a relationship to begin with.