Vaginoplasty

Vaginoplasty is a process in which the vagina is constructed and repaired. The vagina can be damaged by various medical reasons like childbirth or any vaginal injury. This surgery is also used in creating a vagina in transgender.

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WHO SHOULD GO FOR IT?

  • If a woman suffers from congenital abnormalities, that enable the vagina to develop correctly.
  • Transgender who needs gender affirmation.
  • If a woman damages her vagina after childbirth.
  • If a woman needs to reconstruct her vagina after radiation treatment or removing any cancer treatment.

PROCEDURE

There are 3 types of vaginoplasty:-

  • Intestinal vaginoplasty-
    • in this surgery, a small cut is made using a minimal invasion technique, and a part of the sigmoid colon is used to make the vagina.
  • Buccal mucosa vaginoplasty-
    • in this surgery, the tissues of the cheeks are used to reconstruct the lining of the vagina.
  • Peritoneal vaginoplasty-
    • in this surgery, the lining of the abdominal cavity is used to the vagina.

RISK

Even though this surgery is done by the surgeon precisely but there are some complications one experiences that are:-

  • Infection
  • Blood cloth
  • Inflammation
  • Unable to hold urine
  • Moderate to severe pain

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I prepare before vaginoplasty?
Before vaginoplasty, the doctor made the person go through several medical tests and prescribes some medication according to that.
Do I need to avoid sexual intercourse after vaginoplasty?
Yes, the person should avoid sexual intercourse after the vaginoplasty as the area needs to heal properly to avoid infection and bleeding.
Is vaginoplasty safe?
There is no such evidence to prove vaginoplasty unsafe, like other surgery there are some complications like inflammation, bleeding, and infection.
Is vaginoplasty painful?
The person does not feel any pain during the surgery as general anaesthesia is given but might feel discomfort after the surgery.
What are the follow-up steps after vaginoplasty?
There are some follow-up steps one should follow like:-
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Avoid stress
  • Wear loose and comfortable clothes
  • Do not wear a tampon during menstruation
  • Eat foods filled with nutritions