Do i need a clitoral hood reduction or a clitoropexy?

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i have a mild case of clitoromegaly. it is masked in the non aroused state however when i am aroused my clitoris protrudes more than usual and causes me a lot of psychological distress as it looks like a small penis. Also if i am aroused there is a sense of physical discomfort with the protrusion when i cross my legs or am walking or sitting down as it rubs against the labia majora. Would a clitoropexy fix this?

Gary J. Alter, MD · Answer

A clitoral hood reduction will not resolve your issue, but will make you worse if a clitoris reduction is not also done. A clitoropexy will not work, because your enlarged clitoris will pull out the sutures. Have you ever taken male hormones or had a hormone issue. You may want to see an endocrinologist to evaluate your hormone levels, but they are usually normal.

Very few surgeons perform a clitoris reduction, since it is technically challenging and is rarely taught. It is an intricate procedure, since the sensory nerves have to be carefully preserved.  I have done over 60 reductions without any loss of sensation or orgasmic ability. The clitoral reduction reduces the glans or head and also removes the erectile tissue in the shaft. After surgery, the clitoris will not stick out much or increase with arousal. The surgery is not very uncomfortable.  It takes up to 3 1/2 hours and includes clitoral hood reduction.  A labia minora reduction and/or labia majora reduction or enlargement can be done at the same time. As the inventor of the central wedge labiaplasty, I recommend this technique as it gives a very natural appearance.

Gary J. Alter, M.D.

Beverly Hills, CA - Manhattan, NY - Dubai, UAE​

Ozgur Kartal, MD · Answer

hello, if these situations occur only when you are warned, you do not need to have an intervention. If you can send a picture if you want, I can evaluate your situation better.

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