Labia Minora Reduction
This procedure can be done under local anesthetic in the office as a minor procedure, or it can be done under general anesthesia at a hospital or surgical center, often in combination with other procedures. The procedure takes 30 to 90 minutes depending on complexity. When the procedure is done under local anesthetic instead of general anesthesia, a topical numbing cream is applied to the area and left to take effect. After the procedure, you are placed in disposable undergarments with padding to absorb any drainage. Sutures are absorbable. Patients can go home the same day. You are kept on a modified bed rest for 5 days followed by restrictions on strenuous activity or heavy lifting for 3 weeks total. You must refrain from intercourse for 6 weeks. Most patients are uncomfortable for the first week, which slowly improves with pelvic rest and pain medication. Most women return to work during the second or third week as long as their jobs aren’t too physically taxing. The resulting scar is largely inconspicuous.
Labia Majora Reduction
This procedure can be done under local anesthetic in the office as a minor procedure, or it can be done under general anesthesia at a hospital or surgical center, often in combination with other procedures. Excision will take approximately an hour while liposuction may take up to 90 minutes. With excision, you are placed in disposable undergarments with padding to absorb any drainage. With liposuction, you may be placed in a compression garment. Sutures are absorbable. Patients can go home the same day. You are kept on a modified bed rest for 5 days followed by restrictions on strenuous activity or heavy lifting for 3 weeks total. You must refrain from intercourse for 6 weeks. Most patients are uncomfortable for the first week, which slowly improves with pelvic rest and pain medication. Most women return to work during the second or third week as long as their jobs aren’t too taxing. The resulting scar is largely inconspicuous.