Care after a vaginoplasty are an essential part of ensuring successful results and a good postoperative period.

The postoperative period of each surgery is different and for this reason it is important to follow the surgeon's recommendations in order to take care of the operated area properly. As it is a surgery that involves a very delicate area, it requires special care to avoid infections and/or complications that affect the outcome of the surgery.

Although there may be some questions about what to do or how to treat this area during recovery, there are general recommendations that can be considered for taking care of the vagina after a surgical procedure:

Wearing appropriate clothing after vaginoplasty

In this case, tight clothing should be avoided during recovery time to prevent the vaginal area from being injured or the possible spread of bacteria that cause some type of infection.

During the postoperative period, the use of loose and comfortable pants is recommended. Once healing is complete, you can return to your everyday pants. Also, tight or lycra underwear should be avoided.

Proper cleaning of the intimate area

Hygiene is an indispensable part of the intimate area, because if you don't take care of yourself you can cause infections and even diseases. So after surgery, cleaning should continue, and you should even be much more careful when performing it.

• You should always wash your hands before and after touching the genital area.
• The operated area should be washed daily, with warm water or at room temperature.
• DO NOT use any type of soap unless for some reason it is indicated to you by the surgeon
• Cleaning should be carried out following the instructions given by the professional, to avoid damaging the operated area and to ensure proper and complete hygiene.
  

How long to wait to do activities after surgery?

Exercise, activities that require strength or a lot of movement such as sexual intercourse, should be paused during the postoperative period. Relative rest should be maintained for at least 1 month (or as long as the surgeon indicates) while the intimate area heals. Little by little, you can resume these activities to continue your daily routine.

Although these are general recommendations, you should always go to the office if you have additional questions about recovery, thus ensuring that the patient's care will be ideal according to the procedure that was performed.

Health and safety are paramount, you should always ensure that the surgical procedure is being carried out by a professional in the area, it is important to know How to choose the right professional.

There may be many questions surrounding this surgery and Dr. Adriana Ruiz can help you to answer your questions about this or other surgical procedures, Schedule your appointment.