A perfect storm left a variety of damage after my second (and last) vaginal delivery. My Urogynecologist referred me to a Colorectal Surgeon to first correct internal rectal damage. I am booked for triple hemorrhoidectomy on 8.12 The surgeon also offered to remove loose tissue and external scar tissue. He said he hoped to achieve 95% return to visual normalcy in reconstruction of the anus. He will also look at an internal perineal wall fissure. Should I somehow request a plastic surgeon?
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August 3, 2022
Answer: Should I request a plastic surgeon for repair of my obstetrical injury?
Using vaginal dilators works well with stretching the perineum. The key is to be consistent. Your cosmetic surgeon will inform you on the brand of vaginal dilators they prefer and the use of them. Another option is having the perineoplasty loosened (reversed) to allow for better penetration....
If you can't afford surgery, don't do anything. Do a virtual consultation with an expert, get a price quote, and save up to get it fixed. Wasting your money on things that don't work won't achieve anything.
You unfortunately are a "poster girl" for the reason that surgeons who only perform linear/trim technique get poor results so often. The "take home" is: do not have your labiaplasty performed by a surgeon who tells you they "...only do trims..." WHY?? Well, look at yourself! For women who have...
