Relief is available, though, and it comes in many forms depending on the condition(s) you need treated. When it comes to achieving vaginal wellness, Dr. Alter MD and The Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills are excited to offer a wide range of surgical and nonsurgical treatments to help you achieve your sexual wellness goals. From relieving pain during sex to reducing urine control issues to improving the overall look of your vagina. Whatever your concern, rest assure that there is a path to improvement, and we’ll help you get there with one-on-one support.

For those experiencing enlarged labia minora, labia majora and clitoris, protruding clitoral hood, and deformities from past labiaplasties, surgical options provided by acclaimed plastic surgeon Dr. Alter may provide the relief and/or the results you’re looking for.

WHEN SURGERY IS THE BEST OPTION

Nearly half (48%) of women surveyed by Refinery29 in 2019 did not like the appearance of their vaginas, including the clitoris, labia minora, and labia majora. Besides the aesthetic implications, when enlarged these areas of the vagina may cause discomfort during sex, while wearing tight-fitted clothing, and even during sports. And like the survey suggests, it may cause women to feel less than confident about themselves as a consequence. 

If you’re looking to functional and aesthetic improvements, labiaplasty, labia majora reduction, clitoral and clitoral hood reduction, secondary labia reconstruction, or a combination surgery may be the right choice for you.

CENTRAL WEDGE LABIAPLASTY

Over 20 years ago, Dr. Alter developed a revolutionary technique for labia minora reduction that preserves the normal anatomy of the vagina, including normal labial edges. Initially, dubbed the Alter Labia Contouring it’s now commonly referred to as the Central Wedge Labiaplasty. Its advantages over old-fashioned labiaplasty is it results in higher incidence of symmetry, reduces difficulty in over-resection, and less chance of chronic discomfort. 

IS IT RISKY BUSINESS?

The short answer is: Not so much. But like any surgery there is some risk involved, but complication rates are “extremely low” for labiaplasty according to Dr. Alter. And he should know. He has performed hundreds of labiaplasty surgeries over the last two decades. 

Every surgery is performed in a fully accredited surgical center and takes roughly two hours to perform. Most patients can return to work in five days and resume sexual activity in six weeks.

NON-INVASIVE REMEDIES FOR VAGINAL DISCOMFORT

“Upwards to 45% of postmenopausal women say they find sex painful.”¹

As women age, it becomes increasingly common for them to experience physical discomfort in the genital area. For some, childbearing and birth is the culprit, while for others it stems from the general effects of aging and menopause. And for many other women it’s caused by hormone imbalance or a result of other health issues. Whatever the cause, women’s ability to live fun, fulfilling sexual lives takes a tremendous hit.

Today, incredible advancements in regenerative medicine has paved the way for an array of nonsurgical treatment options to help alleviate various vaginal wellness issues and concerns—from vaginal dryness, itchiness, and irritation to pain during sex and urine control issues. 

The Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills are exciting to offer these advanced, non-invasive therapies to help women achieve optimal wellness in and out of the bedroom:

• O-Shot – Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is derived from your blood and processed to ensure the PRP contains certain healing and growth factors. Then the PRP is injected directly into the G-spot, clitoris, and vagina, healing and restoring normal functions. This often results in better orgasms and lessens urinary leakage.
• STEMVagé – This procedure takes liquified fat with stem cells called nanofat and injects it into the vagina, G-Spot, and clitoris. The nanofat can be combined with PRP to achieve a more potent rejuvenation. Requires minor liposuction.
• Vaginal Resurfacing – Using the FemTouch laser, painless micro-injuries are created by emitting energy into the vaginal lining. This stimulates the body’s healing response and can help eliminate sexual pain, increase lubrication, tighten, and improved urinary control. (3-4 treatments are recommended.)
• STEMVagé+ Combining FemTouch laser and STEMVagé, this treatment option offers a comprehensive and robust approach to achieving the best in vaginal rejuvenation. FemTouch laser can also be combined with O-Shot.

These procedures:

• Have low- to no-risk associated with them. 
• Require minimal downtime unlike surgery.
• Can be done in a single afternoon; some can be done over lunchbreak.
• Are done on an outpatient basis.
• Are relatively pain-free. 

To learn more about vaginal wellness and the options available to you, contact us today!

¹ https://forevher.healthywomen.org/facts-to-know-questions-to-ask/when-sex-hurts/

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But just because you’re experiencing vaginal pain and discomfort doesn’t mean you have to grin and bear it. There are numerous vaginal rejuvenation options now available to women of all ages and medical backgrounds. These treatments offer you a chance to correct or improve vaginal function without resorting to invasive procedures or medication.

Here are five ways vaginal rejuvenation can help change your life for the better.

1. Better Orgasm

This might seem like a very obvious way to make life better. But for thousands of women, the idea that better orgasms are in fact possible seems like a pipe dream. Fortunately, there are various treatment options that help give your vagina the extra “oomph” you’ve been longing for, paving the way for increased orgasms and improving your sexual wellness in the process.

One such procedure, the O-Shot, involves injecting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) directly into the G-spot, clitoris, and vagina. This has helped many women experience better orgasm by stimulating healing and restoring normal function. For many women, vaginal rejuvenation treatments, like the O-Shot and FemTouch laser, have opened a new door they thought was shut forever.

2. Increased Lubrication

Sexual intercourse without lubrication is unpleasant to think about and even more unpleasant to experience. For many, using over-the-counter personal lubricants does the trick. But for many others the lack of self-lubrication inhibits them sexually and as a result their sex drive takes a beating. It can also lead to irritation and discomfort outside the bedroom, making life in general quite difficult.

The Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills offer various treatment options that can help increase your body’s ability to generate lubrication naturally. This leads to an improvement of vaginal function and pain reduction which sets the stage for better intimacies and can help improve your over wellness, including mood and self-confidence.

3. Slight Vaginal Tightening

Women who have endured childbirth whether they deliver them vaginally or not, may experience inflammation, chronic pain, and urinary incontinence due to decreased estrogen level which is common during and after pregnancy as well as with pre- and post-menopause. If you’ve experienced any of these symptoms, then you too know that it can be really difficult to overcome. Many women shy away from sexual activity altogether because it just doesn’t feel as good as it used to. Some women claim to have no feeling, while others experience pain and anxiety as a result. Add on top the inability to control one’s urine at any given time, it’s easy to see how women suffering with these ailments can get so discouraged.

Laser vaginal resurfacing offers women a relatively easy option to help repair and strengthen the tissue that lines the vaginal wall. A simple, minimally invasive procedure, the laser device is carefully inserted into the vagina and emits laser energy into the tissue of the vaginal wall causing “micro-injuries” to the tissues. The body reacts by releasing stem cells and healing factors to the area to repair the damage.

The result is a tighter, thicker vaginal cavity, healthier vaginal wall, increased lubrication, reduced tenderness, and noticeable improvement in urinary control. And, best of all, the procedure takes about an hour and is effectively painless.

4. Boosts self-esteem—in and out of the bed

When you feel confident about your vagina good things inevitably happen. The effects of a happy, fulfilling sex life reverberate across every aspect of your life. Sexual wellbeing is connected to everything else, just like physical and mental health. When just one is out of whack, it can take a toll on other areas. Improving the functionality of your vagina may increase your sexual wellness as well as your personal vitality in one fell swoop.

Elimination of certain vaginal issues could open the door for a second wave of sexual adventures and effectively give you a new lease on life.

Vaginal rejuvenation and all the treatment options this entails, increases your chances of achieving what was once but an unspoken fantasy.

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WHO’S IT FOR?

Some women are born with enlarged labia, while others may develop the enlargement with age or after childbirth. Many other women simply want to improve the appearance of their genitals.

Medical conditions that may contribute to abnormalities of the labia are:

• Trauma/injury to the labia
• Tearing of the labia minora during childbirth
• Stretching of the labia
• Hormone abnormalities
• Male hormone ingestion or shots for body building or for improved libido.

About 30% of labiaplasty procedures are performed due to functional medical reasons  alone, while nearly 40% are performed for aesthetic purposes alone. Many women have a combination of functional and aesthetic reasons for undergoing the procedure.

THE PROCEDURE

Performed in operating rooms or occasionally by some doctors in an exam room, the labiaplasty procedure can take up to several hours to perform. Local or general anesthesia is administered and is dependent on whether other alterations are being made during the course of the labiaplasty.

There are several different techniques that can be used in labiaplasty. The two most common are the Trim Technique and the Central Wedge Technique.

The Trim Technique is the original labia reconstruction technique. It effectively consists of a trimming of the excess tissue and results in a scar line replacing the labial edge. The scar can lead to chronic discomfort and an unnatural look.

The Central Wedge Technique was invented 20 years ago by Dr. Alter who was eager to provide women with a solution that preserved the normal contour, color, and anatomy of the labia minora edge. With his innovative technique, a wedge of tissue is removed from the thickest part of the excess labia and then stitched back together. This allows for a more natural contour than the trim technique.

WHAT’S THE RECOVERY LIKE

Surprisingly, the recovery time associated with a wedge labiaplasty is quite minimal as far as surgical procedures go. In most cases, patients can return to work five days after surgery and sexual activities can be resumed in about six weeks. Patients are asked to avoid any strenuous activity for some time after surgery.

WHAT RESULTS CAN BE EXPECTED

A 2014 study found that more than 91% of women who had the surgery felt more satisfied with their genital appearance afterward.1 Some patients have noted marked improvement in function and less friction and irritation during physical and sexual activities. Many other patients have noted an increase in sexual satisfaction.

THE SIDE EFFECTS

It’s normal for patients to experience soreness, bruising, and swelling in the area for up to two weeks post-op. No loss of sensation or decline in orgasmic ability have been associated with this procedure once site has healed completely.

In this day in age, unlike our grandparents’ day or our parents’ for that matter, women are starting to speak up and seek out solutions for issues related to vaginal function and sexual wellness. Labiaplasty provides women with an opportunity to improve or restore what’s been lost and enjoy sexual activity longer than previous generations.

Wanna learn more about lapiaplasty and how it can improve your sexual wellness? Contact Dr. Alter today for a consultation!

1 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00192-013-2297-2#/pa

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For too long, female pleasure and the parts of their bodies’ that enable such pleasure has long been regarded as taboo and firmly avoided by the mainstream. Often regarded as improper or scandalous or even worse, this long-held falsehood prevented many women for seeking out assistance when their own biology prevented them from experiencing sexual fulfillment.

In comparison, erectile dysfunction, the male equivalent of sexual dysfunction in women, has been studied at great length and a plethora of options exist for treating it. Studies for women are picking up some steam, but to this day primary mainstream treatment is limited to psychological treatment, hardly a big leap from Freud’s clinical days.

FEMALE SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION: WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL?

It’s actually a really big deal, according to recent studies on the effects sex has on overall health and wellbeing. Several studies have linked cardiovascular diseases with sexual dysfunction in females as well as males. According to a study done in 2008, they found that 87% of middle-aged women with heart failure reported some degree of sexual dysfunction. Of these patients, “80% reported reduced lubrication that resulted in frequent unsuccessful intercourse (76%) and 63% of the same population had difficulties achieving an orgasm.” These alarmingly high numbers suggest that sexual dysfunction most certainly has a huge effect on the quality of life for women—both physically and psychologically—and could even be an early indicator of a life-threatening/fatal disease.

SEX IS IMPORTANT. LIKE REALLY IMPORTANT.

According to the American Sexual Health Association, “Sex has been shown to promote better sleep habits, less stress, more happiness, etc. Sex is a healthy bodily function. Our bodies thrive on the chemicals released during orgasm, so a healthy sex life is indeed part of a healthy body.”

For older women, remaining sexually active long after menopause can wipe 7-12 years off thanks to the naturally occurring estrogen that’s released during sex. This in turn can have a positive impact on women’s self-esteem and set them up for a happier outlook on life. Sex, in other words, powers happiness and wellbeing.

A healthy sex life has also been linked to the following:

• Better sleep
• Stronger immune system
• Healthy libido
• Lower blood pressure
• Better urine control
• Improved cardiovascular health
• Stronger connections and wellbeing
• Longer, happier lives

VAGINAL REJUVENATION CAN HELP

The Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills have tapped into the advancements in regenerative medicine to offer women of all ages and health backgrounds a path to relief, vitality, and improved sexual function. Our vaginal rejuvenation treatment options, have helped many women achieve sexual wellness they didn’t think were possible. From vaginal discomfort, lack of lubrication, and urine control issues, we have non-invasive options that can help get you back to living your life on your terms.

With over 25 years of experience in female sexual wellness, we are dedicated to helping women regain sexual pleasure and achieve:

• Enhanced elasticity
• Reduced dryness
• Improved lubrication
• Elimination of urinary leakage
• A better sex life

Learn more about treatment options:

• • O-Shot
  • STEMVagé
  • Vaginal Resurfacing + FemTouch

• STEMVagé +

WELCOME TO THE FEMALE SEXUAL REVOLUTION

The notion that 30 years ago our mothers or grandmothers would be sitting around talking about their latest round of vaginal rejuvenation treatments would be unthinkable. Back then, women didn’t talk about their vaginas AT ALL. Sure, maybe they complained about cramps. But rarely if ever did they speak of itchiness, discomfort during sex, or the actual appearance of their genitals.

Today, the mindset about vaginal and sexual wellness is shifting. And shifting for the better. More and more women are talking about both functional and aesthetic issues they have had or are currently experiencing. And quite a few women are actually doing something about it. Women are now, more than ever, increasingly vocal about their sexual desires and are willing if not eager to do whatever it takes to achieve and maintain them. And based on the growing evidence that a robust, fulfilling sex life has on overall health and longevity, it’s high time we stopped treating women’s sexual health like a taboo topic and treat it with the weighted respect it deserves.

1 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3008577/

2 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17882230

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What Exactly is a Botched Labiaplasty?

When a labiaplasty goes wrong, women are left with less than ideal results. For Dr. Alter, nearly 40% of all labiaplasty he has performed have been reconstructive labiaplasties as a result of a previously botched labiaplasty. That’s a daunting number to be sure.  

Typically, in a botched labiaplasty the surgeon has unskillfully removed the extra tissue causing either painful scarring or no sensation at all. Often, they remove too much labia resulting in a total amputation with extra hood tissue hanging from the top that leaves women feeling mutilated. 

Unfortunately, when surgeons remove too much labia tissue it can be very difficult for more experienced surgeons, like Dr. Alter, to repair the damage done. That’s why it is extremely important to research perspective surgeons before trusting them with your labiaplasty. The time to get a labiaplasty as perfect as possible is in the first go. Financial reasons should not overshadow the importance of expertise and hands-on experience.

When is Revision or Reconstruction on Option?

If you are experiencing pain, discomfort, lack of sensation, struggling to orgasm, and are overall displeased with the aesthetic outcome of your previous labiaplasty then you should consider contacting an experienced surgeon like Dr. Alter with a long history of revisiting and repairing botched labiaplasties.

Ideally, the revision required post-original labia reduction would be minimal, and you may consider using your previous surgeon for the touchups. But sometimes that’s not the right decision and a new perspective and expertise is warranted. In that case, it’s imperative that you find a surgeon who has the skill to do the job. In his experience, Dr. Alter has found that the typical gynecologist does not have the specific training in cosmetic techniques necessary to do labiaplasties in a way that delivers optimal aesthetic outcomes.

How Long Should I Wait After a Botched Labiaplasty?

Dr. Alter advises anyone who has just undergone a labiaplasty to relax and chill for the first six weeks. Easier said than done, but this part is crucial. Because post-labiaplasty your genitals are not going to look or feel fantastic for a while. You need to give your body time to heal and stressing out about the results so early in the healing process will only do more harm than good.

After about six weeks, you should have a better idea of whether your labiaplasty was a success or not. If you are unfortunate to have experienced a botched labiaplasty, Dr. Alter and any well-skilled plastic surgeon with specific training in vulvovaginal aesthetics will tell you that no revision or reconstruction surgery should be attempted until ~4-6 months post-botched labiaplasty. Everybody heals at different rates and it’s important that no attempts to fix a botched labiaplasty takes place until everything is healed. You really only have one more chance to get it right and you want to make sure you get it right this time around. 

Preventing a Botched Labiaplasty Is Always Your Best Bet

Dr. Alter has heard it time and time before. Patients go into their labiaplasty assuming that the surgeon who is performing their labia reduction has the knowledge and expertise to pull off a flawless labiaplasty. They went to medical school after all and are well-trained, respectful M.D.s. But like most professions, not all surgeons are qualified to perform labiaplasties. 

Other women base their decision on whomever offers the cheapest option, but like the saying goes you get what you pay for. And entrusting your labiaplasty to the cheapest surgeon will almost always end up costing you way more in the end. Remember, your vaginal health and overall wellbeing are at stake here.

The best way to avoid a botched labiaplasty is to do you due diligence and find a surgeon who has done many labiaplasties and has a very high success rate. Look for a surgeon who is well versed in the various techniques available to labiaplasty surgeons. And, most importantly, ask questions. Know precisely what will be done before it’s done and how much they will take off and where. Educate yourself on the anatomy of your vagina and what the possible side effects might be. Even the greatest labiaplasty surgeon can make a mistake so it’s best that you know precisely what you are getting into so you can weigh your options before it’s too late. Like the other adage goes, once something is removed it’s harder than heck to get it back.

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Science is finally figuring out what our minds have been telling us for a while. Sex is just as important as maintaining a healthy diet, exercise, and managing stress and anxiety. An active sex life is good for the heart, mind, immune system, libido, bladder control, blood pressure, and so on. Sex doesn’t just benefit women physically; it also has some pretty important benefits for mental health, including improving one’s overall outlook on life. In short, those with active sex lives throughout their lifetime tend to be happier and healthier than those who do not.

Twenty years ago, female sexual dysfunction was starting to be acknowledged by doctors. Today, doctors see it as a concerning condition that greatly effects women and their ability to live a full, happy life. Older women are still unlikely to discuss their sexual dysfunction or disorders with their physicians, but younger generations are increasingly more likely to discuss and actually seek out treatments.

Tap into the Power of Regenerative Medicine

At the Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills, women have at their disposal a variety of procedures and treatment options to help them achieve vaginal wellness and the sex lives they want. Using the latest in regenerative medicine, we offer women of all ages and health backgrounds a path to relief, vitality, and improved sexual function. Our vaginal rejuvenation treatment options, have helped many women achieve sexual wellness they didn’t think was possible. From vaginal discomfort, lack of lubrication, and urine control issues, we have non-invasive options that can help you get back to living your life on your terms.

The O-Shot Boost

Our non-invasive O-Shot restorative treatment has made a big difference in the life of many women, with some women reporting better orgasms, decreased urine leakage, and reduced physical pain during intercourse.

Involving a simple blood draw, we extract platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from your blood and prepare it to ensure a high concentration of platelets and natural healing and growth factors. This healing cocktail, so to speak, is what is referred to as the O-Shot. We then inject it directly into the G-spot, clitoris, and upper vagina to promote advanced healing and restoration of normal vaginal function. It can take up to 3 weeks for the effects of the O-Shot to manifest but do note those benefits can last for a year or more. 

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STEMVagé Treatment: Stem Cell Therapy for Sexual Wellness

We make use of the most advanced stem cell therapies combined with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to offer women relief from dry, itchy, and easily irritated genitals brought on by aging, hormonal changes, and the effects of childbirth. These changes in the vaginal tissues can cause pain and discomfort during sex and lead to decreased or complete absence of orgasms.

Going a step beyond the O-Shot, this procedure takes liquified fat with stem cells called nanofat and injects it directly into the G-Spot, clitoris, and any tender or abnormal vaginal tissue. The fat is obtained by minor liposuction and is emulsified by a special process that saves the stem cells for injection. These stem cells are undifferentiated cells that become specialized cells, thus healing damaged tissue. The nanofat can be combined with PRP to achieve a more potent rejuvenation.

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Personalized Vaginal Rejuvenation with Combined Therapies

Every patient’s concerns are specific to them. That’s why all our treatments are highly customizable and combinable to ensure that all your needs are addressed in a way that makes sense for you and your wellness goals. 

Our powerful O-Shot or STEMVagé treatments can be combined with the innovative FemTouch laser to better stimulate the body’s healing response to help eliminate pain during intercourse, increase lubrication, and possibly tighten and improve urine control. FemTouch can also be used alone for a very quick, pain-free method to help you achieve vaginal rejuvenation over the course of several treatments. 

The Perks of Our Non-Invasive Approach to Feminine Wellness

All our procedures focus on natural healing and utilize your body’s own tissues and cells in conjunction with mild anesthesia or liposuction. They are safe, require minimal downtime, and are relatively painless when compared to other invasive surgeries. And best of all most treatments can be done in a few hours and you are then free to go about your day.

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Each of these treatments can be done in about an hour or two. They’ll help boost sexual intimacy, increase vitality, and help bring the youthfulness back to your life.

Vaginal Resurfacing & Tightening

In less than 30 minutes, you can improve lubrication, enhance sexual pleasure, improve urine control, and experience mild tightening of the vagina using the innovative Fem Touch laser.

The small wand of the FemTouch laser is inserted into the vagina and emits laser energy into the tissue of the vaginal wall. This causes “micro-injuries” along the tissue. The body receives the signal that it has been injured and releases stem cells and healing factors to the site to repair the damage. Cells are replaced and collagen is produced, which improves the health of the vaginal lining. 

Using the innovative FemTouch laser, the small wand is inserted into the vagina which emits laser energy into the tissue of the vaginal wall, causing micro-injuries to the vaginal tissue. The body receives the signal that it has been injured and responds by releasing stem cells and other healing factors to the site of injury to repair the damage. Cells are then replaced by your body’s natural occurring healing system and collagen production is rejuvenated. All this helps improve the health of the vaginal lining, which can be the very boost you need.

Quick Boost with O-Shots

A healthy and fulfilling sex life are essential for most women. Unfortunately, aging and other life events like childbirth and hormone changes keep some women from living their best lives. 

Thanks to advances in regenerative medicine, though, we offer women a quick, effective alternative to just going with the flow. Our O-Shot procedure are a quick, effective procedure that involves a quick blood draw and processing in our clinic to create a powerful platelet-rich plasma shot that is then injected directly into the G-spot, clitoris, and vagina. The result is better orgasms and improved urine control. At The Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills, we use a more potent concentration of PRP than most clinics out there increasing its overall effectiveness.

STEMVagé: The Ultimate Rejuvenation

For so many women, the vagina becomes dry, lax, itchy, and easily irritated due to aging and hormonal changes. This can lead to pain or discomfort during sex and less satisfying orgasms, causing intimate issues that can have a huge impact on their life and overall wellbeing.

STEMVagé takes a bit longer and requires minor liposuction, but it goes a step further than our popular O-Shot treatment. Combining the power of stem cells and PRP, this potent procedure is injected directly into the vagina, G-spot, and any tender or abnormal vaginal tissue to spark healing and rejuvenation. An extended lunchbreak may be required, but you’ll still be on your way and available to work afterwards. 

Combined Therapy for Optimal Healing

Dr. Alter and The Stem Cell Doctors of Beverly Hills believe that every woman deserves to live her best life, full of vitality and pleasure. That’s why it’s imperative to offer every woman a treatment experience that addresses her feminine wellness goals and not some cookie-cutter, one-size fits-all option. With that in mind, all our vaginal rejuvenation procedures can be tweaked to meet individual needs.

You can combine laser vaginal resurfacing and the STEMVagé treatment for a comprehensive and robust approach to achieving the best in vaginal rejuvenation. And laser can also be combined with O-Shot or used alone without PRP or stem cells.

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Just like any surgery that requires a recovery period, it’s really important to stock up and mentally prepare yourself for the next few weeks post-operation. Here are a few dos and don’ts that will help you heal effectively and possibly make your road to recovery as smooth as possible.

First with the Dos:

Relax and take it easy. It’s important to go easy after any surgery, and labiaplasty definitely falls under that umbrella. Your body will be busy trying to heal the incisions, so make sure to rest and give your body time to heal. It’s best to lay down on your back and avoid sitting upright. But it’s also important to walk around a bit to maintain healthy circulation and avoid blood clots. Just don’t overdo it the first month.

Apply a cold compress. Icing the affected area right after surgery will go a long way to reducing inflammation and discomfort if done routinely and regularly. But don’t leave the cold compress on for more than 15 minutes at a time to avoid damaging the skin.

Take prescribed medication. Be sure to follow post-op instructions, including taking prescribed medication. You may be prescribed an ointment as well. Alcohol use should be avoided while taking prescribed pain medication. Check with your doctor before taking non-prescribed or OTC medications to be safe.

Check your incisions daily. Infections can set in even under the best of care. So be sure to check the site daily for possible infection. If you see any indication of an infection, call your doctor’s office immediately for next steps.

Keep the area clean and dry. Your incisions will not heal properly if the area isn’t kept dry and clean. So make sure to toss out bandages once soiled and replace with a sanitary napkin which should be replaced regularly. Your surgeon will instruct you on how to do this and you should follow all instructions carefully.

Eat a balanced diet. Look you’re probably wondering about bowel movements and urinating after surgery because who wouldn’t! To minimize, ahem, complications it’s advised that you eat a high-fiber diet rich in fruits and vegetables. You should be doing that any ways, but really be sure to do it post-labiaplasty. The high-fiber will stave off constipation which is crummy when all is well down south. Oh, and drink loads of water. Hydration is crucial to healing and it will ensure your urine isn’t abundantly acidic which will go a long way to eliminate painful stinging during urination.

Speaking of urination, use a spray bottle filled with water. Stinging during urination is pretty common post-labiaplasty just like after childbirth. Keep a spray bottle with water close by and squirt it gently at your vagina when you pee. This will dilute your urine, minimizing the burning sensation and keep you clean in the process. 

Call your doctor’s office immediately if you experience:

• Significant bleeding from the surgical site.
• A fever over 100.4° F within the first three days.
• Significant pain at surgical site that doesn’t subside with pain relievers.
• Excessive drainage or redness around the surgical site.

Now for the Don’ts:

Stress and freak out. Seriously. You just had surgery on your lady bits. They are going to be swollen, sore, and itchy. This is to be expected. So don’t constantly look at yourself in the mirror. Fixating on your parts the first few weeks after surgery will only stress you out further and possibly inhibit healing. Anxiety has been shown to slow down the healing process. So, seriously, relax and be gentle on yourself.

Have SEX. Best to stock up on the sex prior to surgery because it’s going to be at least six weeks before you can have intercourse again. Don’t mess around with your lady parts. Let them heal completely post-labiaplasty and don’t rush the sex. And once you get the go ahead from your surgeon, go easy and listen to your body. 

Lift heavy stuff or do strenuous activity. It’s important to go easy the first month post-labiaplasty or even longer depending on your surgeon’s instructions. That means no lifting weights or heavy objects, running, horseback riding, bicycling, walking long distances, or even sitting for prolonged periods. A good rule of thumb: If it hurts your mending vagina in any way, don’t do it.

Soak in a bath or go swimming. It’s important to avoid soaking your vagina until the incisions and scar have properly healed. Soaking in hot water will only elongate or, worse, complicate the healing process and should be avoided entirely.

Smoke or use drugs AT ALL. This includes everything. Smoking and other drug use can slow down the body’s ability to heal itself, prolonging and even complicating the healing process needlessly. So be sure to eliminate these prior to surgery and absolutely stay away from them while you heal. Or, take this as the perfect time to quit them once and for all.

On top of all these Dos and Don’ts, it’s incredibly important to maintain a positive outlook on life as you start your healing journey. Use this time to open that book you’ve been dying to read, or binge your favorite shows. Invite friends over to keep you company and make the most of your recovery. And if you suspect any issues post-surgery, do not hesitate to notify your doctor’s office. It’s better to be safe than sorry. 

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Gathered Was Isn’t Fruitful Every

Most times, ideacide happens without us even realizing it. A possible off-the-wall idea or solution appears like a blip and disappears without us even realizing. As a result, some of our best stuff is suppressed before even getting out into the world. Whether it’s because we’re too critical or because we recoil at the impending pain of change, the disruption of normalcy, self-censoring arises out of fear.

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.

Give void had the creature man evening two be for heaven won’t you’re may. Subdue him. Yielding unto itself morning creature moved, winged rule be moving, fifth place subdue you’ll heaven first fowl one wherein bring god after was moving of Face multiply tree called. Subdue first said made living tree you’re two beast, moved, every. Evening their us seas. Land they’re multiply fly. Man won’t one spirit evening thing all day. Subdue don’t fill darkness you you’re dry upon, you open. Kind. Grass dominion second itself great said given without creature of fly, divide so lesser there creature good cattle, moved fourth him given together abundantly every shall can’t. Living us life that given him creeping their morning seas.

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Gathered Was Isn’t Fruitful Every

Most times, ideacide happens without us even realizing it. A possible off-the-wall idea or solution appears like a blip and disappears without us even realizing. As a result, some of our best stuff is suppressed before even getting out into the world. Whether it’s because we’re too critical or because we recoil at the impending pain of change, the disruption of normalcy, self-censoring arises out of fear.

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.

Give void had the creature man evening two be for heaven won’t you’re may. Subdue him. Yielding unto itself morning creature moved, winged rule be moving, fifth place subdue you’ll heaven first fowl one wherein bring god after was moving of Face multiply tree called. Subdue first said made living tree you’re two beast, moved, every. Evening their us seas. Land they’re multiply fly. Man won’t one spirit evening thing all day. Subdue don’t fill darkness you you’re dry upon, you open. Kind. Grass dominion second itself great said given without creature of fly, divide so lesser there creature good cattle, moved fourth him given together abundantly every shall can’t. Living us life that given him creeping their morning seas.

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