NYMPLASTY
WHAT IS NYMPLASTY?
Nymphoplasty, or labiaplasty, is surgery to reduce the labia minora, which removes excess skin. This surgery tries to make the woman regain self-esteem and feel good about her body.
WHEN DO I REALLY NEED TO DO THE NYMPLASTY?
Contrary to what many people think, it is common for many women to have small or enlarged labia. Surgery is indicated when they begin to feel uncomfortable wearing tighter clothing, pain or embarrassment during intercourse. In addition, the increase in the size of the vaginal lips can cause vaginal dryness and/or infections caused by repetitions due to the difficulty in sanitizing the region. All of this is a reason for women to look for the solution in nymphoplasty surgery.
WHY DO SMALL LIPS GROW?
Most cases of hypertrophy (enlargement) of the vaginal lips is genetic in origin, but it is also associated with other causes, such as: hormonal disorders in adolescence or menopause, inappropriate use of anabolic steroids that cause hormonal dysfunction, obesity or other diseases that cause hormonal disturbances, sagging caused by pregnancy and childbirth.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF IMPLEMENTING NYMPLASTY?
If you suffer from pain or dissatisfaction with excess skin on your labia minora, nymphoplasty surgery can help. After surgery, it is common to hear stories from women who claim:
It increases self-esteem, well-being and personal confidence.
They are happy with the improved appearance of the vagina.
They feel less uncomfortable in tighter clothes.
They eliminated pain during physical activity.
They felt improvements in sexual performance and pain during the act was reduced or eliminated.
Therefore, women who feel discomfort in the region can choose to undergo nymphoplasty surgery, which is quick and safe.
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR NYMPLASTY?
The first step is the consultation with the surgeon, where the patient informs if he has any illness, takes medicine, smokes or consumes contraceptives. After this step and if everything is correct, the surgeon will make some preoperative recommendations:
Shave the region three days before surgery
Avoid high-fat foods before surgery
Absolute fasting 8 hours before surgery (including water)
Stop taking aspirin 14 days before surgery
Do not drink alcohol or smoke before surgery
HOW IS NYMPLASTY PERFORMED?
The objective of the surgery is to reduce the small labia of the vagina, removing excess skin from the region, without exaggerating them. The labia minora of the vagina have the function of protecting the vagina, making it difficult for bacterial and/or fungal infections to enter, in addition to helping with local lubrication.
IS ANESTHESIA REQUIRED TO PERFORM THIS SURGERY?
Typically, this surgery is performed under local anesthesia plus sedation. Sedation is important for the patient's comfort and for her not to be anxious during the procedure.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROCEDURE LAST?
The surgery usually lasts between 40 minutes and an hour, it is a simple surgery and quick execution.
ADMISSION TIME
Most patients are operated on in the morning and can return home in the afternoon, as they are discharged on the same day. It is important to clarify that the patient will not be able to drive home that day. Usually between 8 to 10 hours of hospitalization.
CAN I RETURN TO WORK AFTER FOLLOWING THE PROCEDURE?
For patients who do not need a lot of effort at work, whether they are administrative, they can be operated on Friday and return to work on Monday.
IS IT NECESSARY TO REMOVE NYMPLASTY POINTS?
It is not necessary to remove the stitches, as the suture is made with an absorbable thread.
HOW IS MY SENSITIVITY AFTER PERFORMING THE PROCEDURE?
The sensitivity of the labia minora can be temporarily altered, but the sensitivity of the clitoris is not affected as this structure is not manipulated. This is a reversible and transitory process.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF NYMPLASTY?
Although rare, they can occur: hematoma, infection, asymmetries, opening of stitches. In order for this not to happen, it is important that the patient performs all the surgeon's instructions.
WHEN CAN I HAVE SEX AFTER PERFORMING NYMPHOPLASTIA?
Sexual intercourse should be avoided for at least 30 days. It is important to consult your surgeon with any concerns.
IS THERE ANY RISK OF HAVING COMPLICATIONS DURING DELIVERY IN CASE OF PREVIOUS NYMPLASTY SURGERY?
Nymphoplasty does not alter a possible pregnancy or childbirth.
WHO IS A VIRGIN CAN PERFORM NYMPLASTY?
The answer is yes, nymphoplasty surgery is an external procedure, with no penetration of any object that might break the hymen.
CAN NYMPLASTY BE PERFORMED ALONG WITH OTHER AESTHETIC SURGERIES?
The answer is yes and it is quite common for patients to match it. It is usually associated with breast implants.
HOW IS NYMPLASTY RECOVERY?
It is usually very tolerable, without pain, with only inflammation in the region. Local ecchymosis (hematoma) may occur, which improves after the 14th day.
WHAT CARE SHOULD I TAKE AFTER PERFORMING NYMPLASTY?
It is usually not a painful surgery, except when there is a large swelling in the region, in which case analgesics are prescribed. However, it is important to follow some recommendations:
Place cold compresses on the region for the first three days
Do not take aspirin for the next 14 days
Discontinue anticoagulants for 14 days after surgery
Avoid long, hot baths for 21 days
Do not scrub the region
Avoid sex for 30 days
Avoid walking, exercising and tight clothing for 21 days
Perform all post-operative consultations
WHEN CAN I SEE THE FINAL RESULT?
As with most plastic surgeries, the final result appears after 6 months, however, 80% of the result is achieved in 2 months.
