I Finally Did It. V Wedge Labiaplasty

My very first comment on this, if you are considering this type of surgery...have a plastic surgeon do it. Do not go to an OBG. OBG's know anatomy but they don't know anything about sewing things back together. Don't be cheap about it. This is a very cherished part of your womanhood and being a woman.
I had been considering this surgery for a very long time. Seriously for about 3-4 years. Also be realistic about what can be done to reshape your labia. Mine was to the point i just wanted less tissue down there, so anything would have been an improvement. I've had issues with these parts since I was a child. I never have liked my labia. It made sex awkward, it made me feel ugly and insecure. I've had chronic UTI's my entire life. I never "fit" right in pretty panties and felt uncomfortable in them. I did this surgery for myself, no one but myself. I have a wonderful husband that never minded anything about my vagina, but I could not get over it. I don't care who doesn't agree with this type of surgery. As women we are empowered now to take control of our bodies and I'm thankful for it. Why hate what you have when you don't have to. Anyhow, I'm now 40. So that gives you and idea how long I've lived with hating this part of my body. I've read a lot of info on this site and I'd like to include my recovery since I don't see many talking about what to expect, although recovery is different for everyone, I can share how mine went. My surgeon was amazing. Anyone that is considering this, I'd highly suggest you see Dr. Medalie and his staff if you're in the Cleveland area. Michelle, Val, and Sue are amazing. Dr. Medalie had performed well over 100 of these probably more. MAKE SURE YOUR DOC HAS REPUTABLE WORK & being that this is such a personal operation, it's really helpful to be supported by everyone involved. Before surgery make sure you get any chores that need your attention done. have comfy clothes, pads, pain meds, bromeline and arnica (only take AFTER surgery, otherwise follow your surgeons advice and your own compass with healing). Make sure you can spend at least 2-3 days doing nothing but lounging. Take time off work, and make sure someone can look after your kids. Day1- Nervous as hell for my procedure. Terrible anxiety. Fear of being botched. Almost let the fear get the best of me and cancelled, but I didn't. I was scripted antibiotics and ativan before the procedure so I was already taking antibiotics for a day. 90 minutes beforehand took the ativan. Arrived at the clinic, had a quick recap with my surgeon and then they started. The procedure itself was NOTHING. I got undressed, everything was meticulous about being sterile. I was warm and there was nice music that the surgeon put on. They did a series of injections in my labia of numbing medication. That was the only part that hurt. It's literally seconds, so it's not continual and not a big deal. My lady bits were completely numb. Besides feeling vulnerable and embarrassed being exposed for the surgery, nothing about it was bad. We all had pleasant conversation through the entire procedure. And you have to remember these docs do this all the time, so don't feel embarrassed. Surgery took about 1.5 hours and that's a guess, it seemed to take a lot less than that. Dr. Medalie performed a wedge resection by knife and medical scissors, and cauterized anything that bled. I was able to look at a reflection on a light at the ceiling as he worked and his hands seemed to perform a finely orchestrated dance. He was very gentle. The only sensation during the procedure was some tugging and pressure. Ok headed home. No issues dressing myself, or with pain. NO PAIN. Doc gave me experel injections at the end which is a long lasting pain medication, and your doc if they have that and will give it to you. I got home, began icing on and of in 20 min intervals. Started my bromeline and arnica as well as continued my antibiotic. Mostly I just sat in bed. Pain did not even make a peep until about 12am. On a scale of 1-10, I'd say it was a 4. I took a percocet, which promptly made me nauseated. It took the pain completely away but I think I'll stick with Ibuprofen. No pain with urination. Skin is very swollen and bruised, but no issues walking. Day 2, a little more pain. not bad. took 600 mg of Ibuprofen at 7:30 am. back to icing. Using a water bottle to wash gently after using the restroom. began applying antibiotic ointment (3x daily for 3 days) per my surgeons instructions. I will be adding more to this review as I heal. Hopefully I can help someone by sharing my experience.

I have pain now. I'd rate it max 2 out of 10, Ibuprofen is keeping it under control. I am not going to look "down there" for a few days, made that mistake last night and it's only looked worse. I have a lot of swelling and bruising. I'm hoping for a short recovery but it's not looking like it will be the case. It doesn't hurt as bad as it looks but the look is very scary. Don't look. I wish others would post more photos of the first week post op.

I'm not entirely sure what my results will be in 3 months. This is 7 days post op, my skin is chafing around my butt where I've been swelling. The pain is not really pain, it's more like my vadge is angry and irritated. It's an annoying feeling. It's not even constant. Squatting and showering has felt lovely. And butt paste is my new best friend for the red raw skin everywhere but my bits.