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NO REGRETS! 25yo Labiaplasty by Mr C Fenn Leeds

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NO REGRETS! 25yo Labiaplasty by Mr C Fenn Leeds

WestYorks12345
WORTH IT$2,900
I don't know where to begin, so apologies for the rants
I'm only two days post op but like another review on here, I couldn't wait to share my experience with Mr Fenn especially as there are very little reviews for him.
I decided to have labiaplasty surgery more than six years ago. But was advised to wait until I hit mid twenties until I made a final decision, as that when the vulva is fully developed. I've always had problems with both the appearance and comfort due to my enlarged labia, and I would say both count for having the procedures rather evenly. I got to the point where I was sick of 'tucking in' and re-adjusting myself in public. My labia always made me feel less feminine.
After years of research and deciding to pay full price for the procedure (£2,900) rather than to risk a cheaper option, this year in June I chose Nuffield Hospital in Leeds for my consultation. The lead surgeon for this specific procedure was Mr Christopher Fenn. During my consultation I felt at ease right away as he mentioned the wedge method right away, and said I was actually a great candidate for this method as my labia had excess skin of about 3cm evenly on each side. During the consultation I was made to feel incredibly at ease and normal. He also ran through all the risks and advised I still go away and not to make a hasty decision.
Three months later, I booked my surgery date for the first week in September, meaning I am now a couple of days post op.
The whole day from start to finish was timed to perfection, and I was dealt with care and compassion by everyone, including the nurses, anaesthetist and even the assistant who took me up to the surgical ward.
I was told the operation took about 1.5 hours and that everything went really well. It took me around 40 minutes to come round in a recovery room and then got taken back down to my private room (that was lovely) and was finally reunited with my partner. Unfortunately I made the mistake of drinking some coffee more or less right away, and was sick about 10 minutes after this. It's worth noting that during this whole time I could not feel any pain what so ever in my surgical area. (My surgeon did say there would be multiple numbing injections down below to help with recovery.)
Another 30 minutes passed and I felt the need to use the bathroom (number one) which I was really dreading. I-managed to sit on the toilet and pee with no no pain at all. Went going to pat myself dry, my Vagina felt extremely puffy (like when you have had a dental numbing injection and your mouth feels all big. But I later Learned down there just 'felt' big because of the numbing agents and in fact wasn't at all) However, As I stood up again I did feel a lot nausea once again was sick another couple of times. I then got back onto the bed and rested there for a couple of hours completely pain free.
As I had the option to stay over night as that was included in the price I paid, I actually felt incredibly better than I imagined and spoke to one of the nurses about going home. They said because i looked so well and was in such good spirits with good blood pressure that they were more than happy to let me to go.
Anyway. Here's the exciting part. The nurse had to do a number of checks and papers before discharging me and I told her that I didn't know if I had any dressing on etc below because that when I went to the toilet, everything was too numb to tell. She gently asked my partner to leave the room a moment and she had a quick look underneath. She told me that it was just a pad I had on. I then said oh no is it really really big and puffy and swollen?! She said 'no hunny, it's a tiny bit swollen but I think the opposite to what you're expecting. It's so neat. Good for you.'
I said to her, 'are you joking' she she said no. She encouraged me to have a look and I didn't want to so soon. But she said trust me you'll want to see. Anyway. I took my little mirror that was on my bedside table, and honestly couldn't believe it. 3 hours post op and I could already see the tucked-in vulva id always wanted. I couldn't believe the lack of blood and swelling considering the timeframe.
Following this I decided to rest a little more taking us to the self evening before we decided to go home.
I got changed really slowly and sat in the car with my bottom elevated to no pressure was down below. I had a quick bite to eat, passed urine again with no pain and went to sleep.
The next morning (1day post op) I stayed in bed almost the full day. Icing 20 minutes on 20 minutes off. About lunchtime I could tell all numbing agents had gone as I began to feel a little throbbing, dull aching/ bruised sensation below. At most I would say a 5/10 for pain. I took one 500mg Panadol tablet every four hours, but I think the ice helped with the pain the most. I was also passing urine with no pain, continuing to rinse with warm water and using a hairdryer to dry the area to keep it dry at all times and the nurse said to strictly do.
The next day (today) I woke up in much less pain and believe that is because I said with my bottom elevated in two pillows and I read to do on here to reduce swelling. Today I've not felt the need to take any painkillers at all. Just icing 20 mins off and on whenever . I've probably had about 5/6 spots of blood the whole time, nowhere near enough to fill a whole sanitary towel in the three days combined.
And that's currently where I am at. I am sure my swelling may get worse and may not be as smooth sailing as it has been so far, but in terms of my experience based on my curry state of play, it is hands down the best decision I have ever made.
I will keep everybody up to date with progress pics/ finally healed

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September 7, 2019

Thank you for sharing your journey with the RealSelf community! Sounds like the wait was well worth it. Looking forward to reading your updates!

September 17, 2019
Congrats. I'm day 14 now. I find day 5-7 the worst. So even if it feel good rest for at least 2 weeks. First week especially. Even if it's boring. Do salt baths and just heal. Lucky you. I have no regrets either. Even though we were "normal" it's nice to be neat!
September 19, 2019
Totally! I've settled down a lot now with a couple of flare ups in between. I do have a little knot of skin where it looks like the stitches or skin has been pulled together. Did you have this too? Other than that I'm super happy. Also, I still Look a little bruised near my opening. Was this the case for you too x
September 22, 2019
I had bruising on my Majora especially the left. Do they clamp us? I'm not sure why?
September 22, 2019
Look at my review. I still have stitches everywhere. I feel like I have 3 minoras.
September 22, 2019
That's exactly how I feel. I've just posted an update I feel the exact same. The bump makes it feel like I have three too. Had me follow up they said it's fine and smell swollen. Today I have bruised on my majora now too. Not too worried though as it looks great when I'm laid or stood normally I can only see all this when I fully inspect ha ha
September 22, 2019
That was means to still STILL swollen, not smell!
September 22, 2019
So did they say once healed it won't look like 3? Come on time. Hurry!
September 23, 2019
Yeah they did ha ha they said they're might be a very small amount of skin there but nothing like it is now as it's still swollen x
September 23, 2019
Sooo good. I can't believe it took me so long.
UPDATED FROM WestYorks12345
3 days post

24 hours post surgery pic

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Before and after! Just 24 hours difference!

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September 22, 2019
I can't see your before pics?
UPDATED FROM WestYorks12345
17 days post

17 days post op

WestYorks12345
Healing well but now experiencing bruising on the majora which I didn’t have before. First pic is laid naturally and second a little more detailed ha ha

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September 22, 2019
You look fantastic! I'd be so happy if I was you.