My vagina is now more upright and no longer saggy under my lower abdomin. I am pleased with my tummy tuck results so far. I am only 12 days post op. I have noticed that I no longer experience vaginal odor like I did before my procedure. Could this be because my vagina is getting more air and is able to be more dry within the labia? This is an embarrassing question for me to ask but I know my body.
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