Failed labiaplasty, stitches got opened. What can I do?

I’m sorry you’re going through this. Unfortunately it is difficult to give advise without pictures. But in general, doing a revision in 3 months as you are now, will lead to failure. Patience is your best bet at this time. Also Mother Nature if very forgiving. It is possible it will not look as bad as you think. But if it does, then 5-6 months post op would be when you would schedule such a procedure. I hope that helps.

Repost and share a photo. Your options for fixing your labiaplasty depend upon their appearance at the present time. Revisions should usually be done six months or more after the original surgery to get the possible results.

Hello, I cannot comment because you did not post a picture after the procedure. In such cases, it may be useful to get an opinion from another doctor for an examination.

Dear Magical123854
Thanks for your question. I am sorry you had a complication after your labioplasty. Would dehiscence is a common complication of labioplasty but usually is not dangerous and it also does not affect the final outcome. I recommend the patients to leave it and as the wound heals the wound contracture forces will bring the open ends together and they fuse. It might take 4-5 months. So you are still in the healing timeline. On the other hand if you think too much labia has been removed, that is another issue. One needs to see you and examine you or at least see a photograph to make a judgement. For now , I would not worry too much and wait for at least 6 months before any revision.If you have lost trust in your surgeon, you should find another surgeon as it is very important to have a rusting relationship with your surgeon. Once this is broken, you may have other issues with his/her further management plan/ instructions.

Thank you for your questionWithout photos it is impossible to know what needs to be done. I suggest you research surgeons who are accomplished at repairing labiaplasty complications. check out reviews and before and after photos Then schedule two or more consultations having them explain what are their suggestions for revision and see if it makes sense to you.

I cannot give you recommendations without photos. ​However, no attempt to revise your labia should be done until you are at least five months after your past procedure as your appearance will improve, and the swelling will be less. You need to control your anxiety and wait. The reconstruction is much more difficult than a primary labiaplasty and should be done by a plastic surgeon with extensive experience in labia reconstruction. I published the first and most extensive paper on labia reconstruction in the prestigious journal "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery" about ten years ago. Approximately 40% of the surgeries I perform are revisions of other surgeons’ labiaplasties. You may need various reconstructive techniques to give you a good appearance, but this won't be known until all the swelling is gone. I might recommend clitoral hood flaps to reconstruct your labia if your surgeon left enough remaining clitoral hood. You only get one good chance to reconstruct you, so be patient and ask a lot of questions.

Gary J. Alter, M.D.
Beverly Hills, CA - Manhattan, NY

I can help you if you tell me through post-operative photos. It's impossible for me to comment without seeing a photo.

I'm sorry you're going through this. Sometimes labiaplasty incisions do open up, leaving a nonideal scar. I would wait at least 6-12 months before a revision. If you don't feel comfortable with your original surgeon, I would recommend getting a second opinion from another plastic surgeon.

Hi, healing of this area is usuall very fast and takes a very short time. But sometimes depending on the thechnique and the experience of the surgeon; especially if it’s done with wedge resection, this kind of complication may happen. For Wedge resection thechnique the surgeon should be experienced. And if that tiny pieces hurt you during your daily life or during intercourse you may need revision…