So after the year it's been since I started my period, I have finally found what it is preventing me from using tampons. I did some research and found the problem is that I have a septate hymen. It's apparently not a big deal, minor surgery can be done to remove it. My problem is that I'm going on a huge vacation- to Belize- on Saturday (2 days from now) and I started my period yesterday. I don't want to miss out on any fun because I can only wear pads, so I'd like to be able to insert a tampon by then (although I'm praying my period will be over by the time I get to the beach- it's still quite unpredictable). I have heard of women snipping their own septate hymens, and have also read that it isn't painful at all. However, I want to know if their are any medical repercussions if I were to do this.
Does it really hurt?
Could I get infected?
I really don't want to see a gyno because I have heard horror stories from my friends ( I know it sounds immature) and I would prefer to just get it over with myself.
Does anyone know anything about this issue?

justcurious55

stupid idea. think about it for two seconds. cutting into an area thats especially sensitive and you can't even see clearly. you could cut the wrong thing. whatever tools you decide to use probably won't be properly sterilized since i'm assuming you don't have medical training. and what about after care? i can't imagine it's a good idea to go into a public pool or the ocean right after surgery down there. i couldn't even go in the pool or anything after just getting my belly button pierced, and thats nothing compared to minor surgery. just go to the gyno. don't take a stupid risk (and idc if you think i'm being harsh, it is stupid)