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How Often Does a Labiaplasty Procedure Affect the Nerves?
asked 7 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Jed H. Horowitz, MD
Question viewed 267 times
Tags: labia, nerve damage, nerves, sensation loss, sensitivity, statistics, surgery
What is the most common complaint after labiaplasty regarding sexual sensitivity or sensation?
7 answers to How Often Does a Labiaplasty Procedure Affect the Nerves?
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Labiaplasty and sensory loss
I would say it is extremely rare to lose sensation after undergoing labiaplasty, especially with my preferred technique - "Trim" method. This is true also for the clitoral hoodectomy unless of course the surgeon accidentally removes some of the clitoral tissue, which should never happen in the hands of an experienced surgeon specializing in these procedures. To avoid as many complications as possible, I always recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon...
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Labiaplasty with fat grafting for enhanced aesthetics and sexual pleasure
A labiaplasty performed appropriately should never affect nerves as the surgical dissection does not really extend beyond the tissue being removed. There may be reduced sensation on the edge of the labia minora proper for weeks to two months but this is not considered a contribution to sexual pleasure. The patient response to labiaplasty is almost unanimously positive with reported improved comfort especially in tight fitting clothing, improved sexual enjoyment/sensation/pleasure...
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Labiaplasty and sensation
HI,
There are a variety of different ways to perform a labiaplasty. Some surgeons just trim the excess off the base of the labia minora. This works, but can leave a long cut edge that can be irritated or hyper sensitive (as opposed to numb). The "v" wedge technique (my preferred method) removes the central protion of the labia majora (which is typically the most protuberant) and then re-approximates the anterior and posterior cut edges to each other. This tightens the entire...
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Labiaplasty healing: sensation, concerns
There are different methods for the surgery:
sensation generally returns to normal
hypo or hyper sensitivity is rare but possible with any surgery
clitoral sensation should not be effected
concerns always include contours, symmetry, cosmetic issues
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Labiaplasty and Sensation
The surgical incisions made during a labia plasty are well away from the nerves to the clitoris. Unless something very unusual happens there should be no change in sensation following labia plasty. There may be some early changes due to swelling within a month to 6 weeks. But all should normalize well in time. Good luck.
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Loss of Sensation After Labiaplasty...
I share the opinions of my colleagues with regard to the likelihood diminished sensation following labiaplasty.
When properly performed, neither the wedge nor trim method of labiaplasty (nor clitoral hood reduction) is associated with discernible sensory loss.
I agree that patients do frequently claim enhanced sensitivity following the procedure, although this may be entirely subjective.
It's very important to seek the services of a board certified surgeon who is experienced...
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Charles Gruenwald, MD
Baton Rouge Plastic Surgeon
Baton Rouge Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty and Sensation?
Thank you for the question.
Although it is a risk involved with the procedure, loss of sensation is extremely rare with the labial reduction procedures. On the contrary, if a patient has a significant amount of redundant labia minora and/or clitoral hood tissue present, sensation may actually be improved when the “obstructing” tissue is removed (as a side benefit of the operation). Unfortunately, this improvement in sensation cannot be predicted and/or...
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