I got this surgery because i was uncomfortable all the time, it was a huge decision and a huge investment of money for me. Its been 6 weeks and as you can see from the photos my labia minora are still external especially on the right side. I was assured at my initial consultation that they would be internal and no longer rub on my underwear and cause me so much discomfort. At my 6 week appointment my surgeon said there is not much more to be taken out. But i would like a second opinion.
Answer: Residual tissue after labiaplasty Hello, thank you for your question.While you are still early in your recovery process, you do appear to have more labia minora that could be causing you chafing and discomfort. From your photos, it appears to be more of a bulk or height issue than a length issue. I agree with my colleagues that we need to first wait longer for the tissues to completely heal before considering revision. I know this is frustrating and you are disappointed but things do continue to change with time.If, after you reach the 6 month recovery mark, you are still unhappy with the results and your surgeon does not think he/she can remove more, I would seek other opinions from board-certified surgeons who are well versed in labiaplasty or understand the anatomy to do the appropriate revision.I hope this helps. - Dr. Leong
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Answer: Residual tissue after labiaplasty Hello, thank you for your question.While you are still early in your recovery process, you do appear to have more labia minora that could be causing you chafing and discomfort. From your photos, it appears to be more of a bulk or height issue than a length issue. I agree with my colleagues that we need to first wait longer for the tissues to completely heal before considering revision. I know this is frustrating and you are disappointed but things do continue to change with time.If, after you reach the 6 month recovery mark, you are still unhappy with the results and your surgeon does not think he/she can remove more, I would seek other opinions from board-certified surgeons who are well versed in labiaplasty or understand the anatomy to do the appropriate revision.I hope this helps. - Dr. Leong
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December 28, 2018
Answer: Unhappy after 6 weeks I would first and foremost wait about 4 months post op until you evaluate the final result. If at that time, you feel there is still excess tissue in the labia minor, I would check with you doctor to see if that is possible. From what I see now, it would be likely that there could be a revision procedure. Most likely a rim type incision. Let all swelling reside and then re-evaluate.
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December 28, 2018
Answer: Unhappy after 6 weeks I would first and foremost wait about 4 months post op until you evaluate the final result. If at that time, you feel there is still excess tissue in the labia minor, I would check with you doctor to see if that is possible. From what I see now, it would be likely that there could be a revision procedure. Most likely a rim type incision. Let all swelling reside and then re-evaluate.
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