Can you do labiaplasty yourself

So folks who elect to get the procedure because their OG labia were getting twisted, tugged, or tearing will find relief, says Dr. Furnas says. In addition to taking off work and making sure your loosest panties are laundered and ready for wear, you should get plenty of sleep, eat healthy, and drink plenty of water in the days leading up to the procedure.

There are two main types of procedures to address the labia minora: edge resection and wedge resection. Both of which are usually done under anesthesia. Wedge resection maintains the original labial edges by cutting wedge-shaped slivers of skin out of the center of the labia minora, bringing the remaining skin together with dissolvable sutures.

In fact, Dr. Furnas says the labia will be pretty sore and swollen after. Din advises folks to take at least 3 to 7 days off work. Most doctors will prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection and anti-inflammatories to reduce pain.

The ASPS notes that you can also reduce pain and swelling by laying with your bottom elevated to reduce swelling. While most swelling will be gone after 6 weeks, residual swelling may take 6 months to disappear, according to the ASPS. Din says anyone considering a labiaplasty needs to know there are other options for either altering the length of their labia, or how they feel about the length. A few options below:. Watching indie, queer, and alternative porn, which are known for featuring more body and vulva types, may help you realize how normal your vulva really is, she says.

Let your pubes grow out. Trying out a new hairstyle may help you feel more confident about your vulva. Get an O-shot. An O-shot involves taking blood from other parts of your bod and injecting it into the clitoris. I had the procedure done under a local anaesthetic. Procedure itself took just over 2 hours.

The first 4 days after my surgery were pretty painful to be honest. I was VERY swollen unable to walk properly as I had to keep my legs so far apart and unable to sit down or wear anything on my bottom half. I found putting towels down on my bed and just resting was the only way to improve. I showered as normal to keep the area clean especially after going to the loo.

Pouring some warm water on the area whilst weeing also helped. I was checked yesterday. No signs of infection, no bleeding and everything is showing signs of healing nicely.

Using an ice compress has really helped! My advise is book time off work, have someone there to look after you you will absolutely need it! Have some cushions ready for under your legs at bedtime and expect the first few days to be very unpleasant. Hope this helps anyone considering the treatment! Currently on my 5th day since I had the procedure done, I found your tips relatable and helpful! My body muscles are aching and in pain because of this, my neck especially. Just been wearing lose fitting pants and letting the area breathe.

The cleansing bottle they gave me has helped the burning while peeing as well as helping rinse the area. Day 4 I was able to lightly lather and touch the area without shooting burning pain with soap in the shower, touch gently. The bruising looks black but the swelling has gone down and the ice packs have helped to decrease swelling.

Walking is hard now! Time off from work or study is definitely needed in my experience, and having someone to help care for you during your recovery is definitely recommended as well! Rest is key as well as taking time to recover yourself, eating healthy and drinking lots of water are important too.

I am currently 4 weeks post op. The first five days were by far the worst. The first day when I drove myself home after the numbing wore off I was in excruciating pain and it took the pain meds 3 hours to kick in. The first night I slept maybe 3 hours total. The bruising went away completely around a week and a half.

And by my two week check up was gone and the swelling substantially subsided. I went back to the gym after a week with light weights and no serious straining.

At week four I am just now able to add some weights to my workout. The area is still very tender and itchy. Even at 4 weeks. And after a long day on my feet I still am swollen. I had skin cut from my labia, above my clitoral hood, and my perineal area so mine was more extensive.

Overall I am pleased with the surgery outcome and I feel more comfortable already. I am on Day 5 post. I still feel a lot of burning sitting down and moving around. Just in general a lot of discomfort. I have been on painkillers and wash my self after bathroom visit.

I want to speed up the healing process by maybe using Aloe Vera gel from own plant and maybe coconut oil? Thanks for sharing with our readers! We would probably recommend that you contact your surgeon directly to discuss. Depending on the specifics, they will be able to advise you on how best to move forward. Make sure you keep your dressings dry as well and change them promptly if they get wet.

Avoid Sex Your labia need time to heal, and having sex will definitely interfere with this process. It can rip open sutures or even cause the wound to bleed. Although the scars may fade significantly with time, they will always be visible. Labiaplasty will not make the vagina smaller or tighter. This requires a different operation called a vaginoplasty. Phalloplasty can only increase the length or width of the penis shaft, not the head. Phalloplasty to lengthen the penis will only make the penis appear longer when flaccid — it will not be longer when erect.

Think about the financial burden. Cosmetic surgery does not usually qualify for rebates from Medicare or private health insurance companies. Smokers are at increased risk of complications. If you are serious about undergoing cosmetic surgery, you should try to quit smoking. Finding a surgeon to perform cosmetic genital surgery You may want to ask your doctor for advice on a suitable and reputable doctor or hospital where cosmetic genital surgery is performed.

At your first consultation, you should ask the surgeon about their training and experience. It is preferable to have this procedure done by a reputable professional who is specially trained to perform cosmetic genital surgery and has a lot of experience in carrying out this type of surgery. Medical issues with cosmetic genital surgery Before surgery, you need to discuss a range of medical issues with your doctor or surgeon including: Physical health— an examination will help your doctor or surgeon to decide if the treatment is appropriate.

Medical history — some pre-existing conditions and surgeries you have had in the past may influence decisions about this operation, including the type of anaesthetic that is used. Psychiatric history— some surgeons may suggest or insist that you receive counselling before you consider cosmetic genital surgery.

Risks and possible complications — it is important that you understand the risks and complications so that you can weigh up whether cosmetic genital surgery is right for you. Preparations and supplements — tell the surgeon about any that you take on a regular basis or have recently taken, including over-the-counter preparations such as fish oils and vitamin supplements.

Past reactions to medications — tell the surgeon if you have ever had a bad reaction or a side effect from any medications including anaesthesia. Preparation for surgery — your surgeon will give you detailed instructions on what you should do at home to prepare for surgery. For example, you may be advised to take a particular medication or alter the dose of an existing medication.

Follow all instructions carefully. Allow her to research the procedure beyond what her friends or celebrity social media blurbs are saying. If your teen is persistent in her desire for surgery, it may be time to consult with a board certified cosmetic surgeon or gynecologist.

Talking to an experienced physician will help both you and your daughter understand what is normal physiology for her age and consider whether surgery is appropriate. Body dysmorphic disorder often presents during the teenage years, and treatment includes counseling and psychological therapies—not cosmetic surgery. Concerns over appearance of the genitals is understandably a very sensitive, personal topic that merits serious conversations between the teen, her parents, and trusted healthcare providers.

If you are facing questions about labiaplasty or any other cosmetic surgery as a teen or a parent of a teenager, we encourage you to contact a board certified cosmetic surgeon in your area.

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