How long does it take to fully recover from labiaplasty?

Before undergoing a revision, labiaplasty recovery timeline should take about 6 to 12 months. This should be enough time for the vagina to completely heal. Undergoing another surgery should also wait for at last until your body is ready for it.

When does itching stop after labiaplasty?

Swelling may increase somewhat over the first few days after surgery but tends to peak by day three. After this point, swelling will continue to decrease for a few weeks. Itching is a natural side effect of both incisions and swelling. Patients usually notice a dramatic decrease in itching by the end of the first week.

How long does it take for vagina to look normal after labiaplasty?

However, it may take up to four to six months of healing time for swelling to completely go away before seeing the final results of your labiaplasty. There’s usually little to no scarring.

What can you not do after labiaplasty?

It is important to avoid exercise, strenuous activity, or heavy lifting over 5 lbs for one month following labiaplasty. These activity restrictions will lower risk of bleeding and increased swelling at the surgical site.

How long does labiaplasty swelling last?

Swelling is one of the first postoperative side effects of labiaplasty surgery, though it typically subsides within a few days. After one week, the majority of labiaplasty swelling should have resolved. To reduce swelling, Dr. Kelishadi may recommend using a cold compress or taking certain medications.

Is it normal to smell after labiaplasty?

Pay attention to the amount, color, and odor. If it’s excessive or foul-smelling, see your surgeon. Discomfort: “Discomfort” is such a general term that it can be difficult to determine what’s normal. After labiaplasty, soreness and tenderness are to be expected.

When can I wear leggings after labiaplasty?

Here at the Manhattan office of Dr. Thomas Loeb, we advise our patients to avoid tight undergarments and clothing for at least 2-3 weeks, to protect the delicate tissue from rubbing and chafing that can impede recuperation.

Does labiaplasty cause vaginal dryness?

What are the risks? Some patients experience scarring, which can make the skin less stretchy than before the surgery. There is also a possibility the surgeon can cut more skin than necessary, which can cause pain during sex, vaginal dryness and easier tearing during vaginal childbirth in the future.

Can I put Vaseline on labiaplasty?

I recommend gently washing your incisions with soap and running water over the first two weeks. Gently pat the region dry afterwards and apply a light application of vaseline and a thin pad in your undergarment. It is expected to experience mild bleeding during early healing.

Is my labiaplasty infected?

Signs of infection, such as fever and chills. Redness, swelling, excessive bleeding, or any discharge from the incision. Pain that you cannot control with medicine. New or worsening symptoms.