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Labiaplasty
The vagina opening is surrounded by two folds of skin. The outer folds are known as labia majora or large lips, while the inner folds are known as labia minora or small lips. The labia majora protect the external genital organs and get covered with pubic hair after puberty. The labia minora protects the urethra (from where urine leaves the body) and vagina.
Labiaplasty is a type of vaginal rejuvenation procedure performed to improve the appearance of the labia, reduce any physical discomfort that may be present, or as a part of gender-affirming surgery.
Causes: The causes of enlarged labia include:
- Increase in age
- Menopause
- Pregnancy
- Childbirth
- Genetics
- Fluctuations in weight
Symptoms: The symptoms of an enlarged labia include:
- Pain while sitting or walking
- A small visible bump on the labia
- Burning and itching sensation around the genital area
- Unusual discharge from the vagina
- Foul smelling odor from the vagina
- Physical examination: The surgeon will evaluate the patient physically and check any symptoms that the patient may be having.
- Pelvic exam: The surgeon will insert one or two gloved and lubricated fingers into the vagina to examine the labia minora.
- Blood tests: They help in the detection of any underlying infections.
- Urine analysis: This test helps in checking if there are any urinary infections present.
- Pelvic ultrasound: Sound waves are used to create images of the female reproductive organs using a pelvic ultrasound. The doctor helps to check if there are any abnormalities present in the female reproductive organs.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan: It is a type of imaging test performed to create clear pictures of the pelvis and to detect any disorders that may be present in the region.
- Endoscopy: A special tube with a camera on one end, known as an endoscope, is inserted into the vagina to view the internal reproductive organs.
The labiaplasty procedure may be performed under local anesthesia, in which the treatment area is numbed, or general anesthesia, in which the patient is made to fall asleep during the procedure.
The procedure takes approximately one to two hours to complete and most patients are discharged from the hospital on the same day of the surgery.
Labiaplasty may be performed in the following different ways:
1. Trim technique:
The surgeon first makes an incision or cut vertically along the length of the labia minora.
The excess tissue around the labia minora is then removed to make it look more symmetrical with the labia majora.
The incision area is then sutured or stitched using dissolvable stitches.
2. Central wedge resection technique:
This procedure involves the removal of the thickest part of the labia minora in the shape of a wedge to reduce its size.
This procedure gives a natural appearance to the vagina after the surgery.
3. De-epithelialization technique:
The procedure involves cutting the epithelium, which is the outer lining of tissue, using a scalpel.
This procedure ensures the labia minora’s erogenous and sensitive nature is preserved while cutting off the extra tissue.
This ensures the maintenance of the natural corrugation or wrinkled appearance of the skin of the labia minora, giving it a natural appearance.
4. Laser Labiaplasty:
The procedure involves using a laser to cut the labia minora.
This is an uncomplicated and quick procedure having a rapid recovery.
Labiaplasty may be associated with the following complications:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Bruising
- Blood clot formation
- Allergic reaction to the anesthesia used
- Breakdown of the wound
- Scarring
- Persistent pain
- Pain during sex
- Loss of sensitivity
- Chronic dryness
- The patient is shifted to the care unit after the procedure, where all her vital signs will be closely monitored.
- The urinary catheter will be removed after the reaction of the anesthesia will wear off.
- The medical team will check for bleeding and explain the possible complications before prescribing any medications.
- The patient will usually be discharged on the same day after the surgery, provided the patient is in good health and has not developed any complications.
- The doctor will explain self-care tips before the patient is discharged to ensure that there is little or no possibility of any complications after the procedure.
Home remedies:
- The patient needs to take the prescribed antibiotic and pain-relieving medications to reduce the chances of infection and pain after the surgery.
- The patient should wear loose clothes post-surgery to avoid any pain or friction in the surgical area.
- The surgical area should be gently washed using soap and water, patted dry, and an antibiotic ointment should then be applied to the suture area.
- Salt baths are recommended to relieve the soreness.
- The patient can wear a mini pad to absorb any minor bleeding that may occur after surgery.
- Tampons should be avoided during the first menstrual period post-surgery.
- The patient should avoid strenuous activities and physical exercises post-surgery.
- The patient should avoid sexual intercourse for approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the surgery.
- The patient can resume her normal, daily activities one month after the surgery.
Cost of Labiaplasty in India
The cost of labiaplasty in Mumbai is between INR 30,000 to INR 35,000.
The cost of labiaplasty in Delhi is between INR 25,000 to INR 30,000.
The cost of labiaplasty in Chennai is between INR 20,000 to INR 25,000.
The cost of labiaplasty in Bangalore is between INR 25,000 to INR 30,000.
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Labiaplasty
The vagina opening is surrounded by two folds of skin. The outer folds are known as labia majora or large lips, while the inner folds are known as labia minora or small lips. The labia majora protect the external genital organs and get covered with pubic hair after puberty. The labia minora protects the urethra (from where urine leaves the body) and vagina.
Labiaplasty is a type of vaginal rejuvenation procedure performed to improve the appearance of the labia, reduce any physical discomfort that may be present, or as a part of gender-affirming surgery.
Purpose: A labiaplasty may be needed in the following cases:
1. Physical and medical reasons:
To improve hygiene and health and prevent urinary tract infections due to the presence of excess tissue
To reduce the size of the labia minora so that it does not protrude beyond the labia majora edges
2. Cosmetic reasons:
To get a more youthful look after childbirth or increased age
To reduce the uneven shape of the labia majora or labia minora
To improve the confidence, comfort, and sexual well-being of a person regarding the appearance of the genitalia during physical contact
To eliminate the bulges, visual lines, or camel toe appearance while wearing tight-fitting clothes
To prevent physical discomfort when there is excess labia tissue
3. Gender-affirming surgery:
As a part of a sex reassignment surgery, in which people can transition themselves to their self-identified gender
Symptoms
Causes: The causes of enlarged labia include:
- Increase in age
- Menopause
- Pregnancy
- Childbirth
- Genetics
- Fluctuations in weight
Symptoms: The symptoms of an enlarged labia include:
- Pain while sitting or walking
- A small visible bump on the labia
- Burning and itching sensation around the genital area
- Unusual discharge from the vagina
- Foul smelling odor from the vagina
Diagnosis
- Physical examination: The surgeon will evaluate the patient physically and check any symptoms that the patient may be having.
- Pelvic exam: The surgeon will insert one or two gloved and lubricated fingers into the vagina to examine the labia minora.
- Blood tests: They help in the detection of any underlying infections.
- Urine analysis: This test helps in checking if there are any urinary infections present.
- Pelvic ultrasound: Sound waves are used to create images of the female reproductive organs using a pelvic ultrasound. The doctor helps to check if there are any abnormalities present in the female reproductive organs.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan: It is a type of imaging test performed to create clear pictures of the pelvis and to detect any disorders that may be present in the region.
- Endoscopy: A special tube with a camera on one end, known as an endoscope, is inserted into the vagina to view the internal reproductive organs.
Treatment
The labiaplasty procedure may be performed under local anesthesia, in which the treatment area is numbed, or general anesthesia, in which the patient is made to fall asleep during the procedure.
The procedure takes approximately one to two hours to complete and most patients are discharged from the hospital on the same day of the surgery.
Labiaplasty may be performed in the following different ways:
1. Trim technique:
The surgeon first makes an incision or cut vertically along the length of the labia minora.
The excess tissue around the labia minora is then removed to make it look more symmetrical with the labia majora.
The incision area is then sutured or stitched using dissolvable stitches.
2. Central wedge resection technique:
This procedure involves the removal of the thickest part of the labia minora in the shape of a wedge to reduce its size.
This procedure gives a natural appearance to the vagina after the surgery.
3. De-epithelialization technique:
The procedure involves cutting the epithelium, which is the outer lining of tissue, using a scalpel.
This procedure ensures the labia minora’s erogenous and sensitive nature is preserved while cutting off the extra tissue.
This ensures the maintenance of the natural corrugation or wrinkled appearance of the skin of the labia minora, giving it a natural appearance.
4. Laser Labiaplasty:
The procedure involves using a laser to cut the labia minora.
This is an uncomplicated and quick procedure having a rapid recovery.
Risks
Labiaplasty may be associated with the following complications:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Bruising
- Blood clot formation
- Allergic reaction to the anesthesia used
- Breakdown of the wound
- Scarring
- Persistent pain
- Pain during sex
- Loss of sensitivity
- Chronic dryness
After Procedure
- The patient is shifted to the care unit after the procedure, where all her vital signs will be closely monitored.
- The urinary catheter will be removed after the reaction of the anesthesia will wear off.
- The medical team will check for bleeding and explain the possible complications before prescribing any medications.
- The patient will usually be discharged on the same day after the surgery, provided the patient is in good health and has not developed any complications.
- The doctor will explain self-care tips before the patient is discharged to ensure that there is little or no possibility of any complications after the procedure.
Home remedies:
- The patient needs to take the prescribed antibiotic and pain-relieving medications to reduce the chances of infection and pain after the surgery.
- The patient should wear loose clothes post-surgery to avoid any pain or friction in the surgical area.
- The surgical area should be gently washed using soap and water, patted dry, and an antibiotic ointment should then be applied to the suture area.
- Salt baths are recommended to relieve the soreness.
- The patient can wear a mini pad to absorb any minor bleeding that may occur after surgery.
- Tampons should be avoided during the first menstrual period post-surgery.
- The patient should avoid strenuous activities and physical exercises post-surgery.
- The patient should avoid sexual intercourse for approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the surgery.
- The patient can resume her normal, daily activities one month after the surgery.
Cost of Labiaplasty in India
The cost of labiaplasty in Mumbai is between INR 30,000 to INR 35,000.
The cost of labiaplasty in Delhi is between INR 25,000 to INR 30,000.
The cost of labiaplasty in Chennai is between INR 20,000 to INR 25,000.
The cost of labiaplasty in Bangalore is between INR 25,000 to INR 30,000.
FAQ Section
A. Labiaplasty is a functional cosmetic procedure performed to trim and reshape the enlarged labia minora (inner vaginal lips).
A. Labiaplasty is generally performed by a gynecologist who is specifically trained and experienced in cosmetic gynecology.
A. The most common reasons for undergoing a labiaplasty procedure are:
To prevent discomfort while wearing tight-fitting clothes or exercising
To maintain the hygiene of the vaginal region
To prevent recurrence of urinary tract infections
For enhanced sexual pleasure
To get relief from any irritation in the vaginal area
A. The best time to undergo a labiaplasty is two to three days after your current menstrual cycle. This allows the vaginal site to heal substantially before the next menstrual cycle begins.
A. No, labiaplasty does not alter a woman’s ability for childbirth. Labiaplasty only involves the outer vulvar region and does not affect other female reproductive organs like ovaries, uterus, or fallopian tubes, and hence does not alter the reproductive abilities of a woman.
A. No, labiaplasty is a minor surgical procedure and most patients are discharged from the hospital on the same day after the procedure.
A. You can resume your normal activities within three to five days of a labiaplasty procedure. Complete healing may take approximately five to six weeks.
A. A healthy woman having an excessive amount of labial tissue ranging between 4 to 5 cm is considered to be a good candidate for labiaplasty.
A. It is recommended to wait for at least five to six weeks after labiaplasty before resuming your sexual activity.
A. A labiaplasty procedure will generally take 45 minutes to two hours to complete.
A. No, experienced cosmetic gynecologists will ensure that the procedure does not leave any visible scars on the labia lips. The incisions are usually made in the natural folds of the vulva and are usually self-dissolvable. The scars usually dissolve completely after 8 weeks.
A. No, although the labiaplasty results are long-term and depending on the method and type of surgery performed, the results may last for more than 10 to 15 years, the results are not lifelong or permanent.
A. The cost of labiaplasty varies depending on the type and method of labiaplasty performed.
The cost of labiaplasty also varies among different cosmetic gynecologists in different hospitals. On average, the cost of labiaplasty in India varies between INR 20,000 to INR 35,000.
| CITY | COST |
| Mumbai | 30000 INR - 35000 INR |
| Bangalore | 25000 INR - 30000 INR |
| Delhi | 25000 INR- 30000 INR |
| Chennai | 25000 INR- 30000 INR |