How do you feel about labiaplasty?

Sounds kinda scary, but it seems almost less invasive than breast implants, so whatever floats their boat.

I've thought about getting labiaplasty. Mine are really long and I can't wear certain clothes because then my labia get really chaffed. It's also uncomfortable during sex sometimes.

When I've talked to friends about the procedure they seem to think it's really shallow and not something that should ever be done.

So I don't know what to do because I don't feel like it's a health issue because I've only experienced discomfort and not any lasting issues, but I don't feel like I would be doing it for cosmetic reasons. I am on the fence about it. I need to research it some more before I make any decisions though.

My main concern is that nerve bundles or nerve conduction could be compromised during a labiaplasty. It could cause a woman to have arousal or orgasmic issues.

My Man and I were watching a compilation porno the other day, and one of the woman was receiving oral sex (something I always like to see in porn) and I was looking at her labia thinking, "What is wrong here? It's all inner tissue?" It suddenly occurred to me, this woman had her entire outer and inner labia removed except for a tiny little ridge around her vagina. It reminded me of pictures I saw in Nursing School of women in Sub Saharan Africa who had Female Genital Mutilation performed on them. It was one of the most radical labiaplasties I had ever seen! I mentioned it to My Man and he said, "Maybe she was born that way." I said no, nobody looks like that. I've seen enough labium to know.

It actually scared me. I was wondering if she had any feeling in her genitals at all.

Ohhh see... now I have a whole different take on the matter. For I have been seriously toying with the idea of getting my labia minora cut back down to size.

The Woman in the Stirrups is a blog post about how I had to go to the hospital to get a gland removed. Well, before the surgery, I personally think I had an amazing looking vagina. It really was pretty. Colourful too.

Now two months after the surgery, I no longer had such a pretty looking vagina. I described it to a friend as, the one side is still oh so very pretty. The otherside? Well.. it looks like it had a stroke. My danglely labia is a pain in my pussy. I could write so many things that labia has gone through and make you all stare at your screen trying not to laugh. Let's just say... zip up knickers not such a good idea anymore.

I know I do not have the perfect body, but it is mine. I adore the odd parts of me, and the parts of me that I am insecure about (my giant Ronald McDonald sized feet). But my pussy? Is no longer the one I grew up with.

And then on the other hand....

With my stroke-like-looking-lo psided vagina... I have noticed I am much more sensitive, since the surgery there seems to be so much more blood flow as well to my skin that flaps. Making sex and masturbation so much more eventful!!!

Then if I do decide to get this all done, then there is another three weeks- probably longer as the wound would be bigger) of healing time where sitting, tight clothing (even knickers), the wound seepage/drainage, the pain of it all... for my old vagina back? And then the out of pocket cost... which granted is really not all that much... but to go through another vaginal surgery??

The man I consider my partner is a strong voice in my ear, he has basically said that since he is not the man I am going to spend the rest of my life with, it is not his decision nor will he play a part in it. It is my decision.

And if I were in a committed long term relationship? They way I see it, my vagina would belong to him. Just as his penis would belong to me. It would be his decision to make.

And for the record?? Who ever said that a circumcision should be a decision left until the boy reaches adulthood?? Brava!! Thank-you!! I agree. But elt the record show... uncircumcised penis'... so much fun to play with.

I am personally torn on plastic surgery in general. No difference between this and other stuff. I just don't know how i feel about cosmetic surgery, my feelings seem to slowly change as the years go on, lol.

If there is a health problem or if the condition bothers a woman mentally then surgery is a viable option. However, every surgery poses risks so that should be considered as well.

I think it's definitely up to the person. I would never get any form of plastic surgery, but to each their own.

I agree it should be done if it's causing health problems, also if its unconfortable to you. you sould always feel good in your skin and if getting that done will help. I think it's a good idea! I say go for it!

I've been thinking about eventually getting this done, because my labia are long enough they tangle and pinch, sometimes causing pain during sex.

They also bunch up in inconvenient places, stopping my clit from being stimulated by sex motions because there's a bunch of layers of labia pushed up to be in the way.

Plus I tend to get yeast infections if I sweat in my underwear, unless I remember to dry the area by pulling out my labia until they are dry (otherwise they trap the moisture in and I get an infection).

I don't have any way to get it done soon, though, and I'm also very afraid of knives near that part of my body.

As others have said, that is a purely personal decision. However, I have never seen labia that I thought were ugly, I think they are all beautiful. My wife has what some might consider larger lips, and I love playing and suckling and licking them.

Definitely a personal decision. If it is making a women feel extremely self-conscious, ruining her sex life, or causing health problems (I am yet to understand how that causes health problems), then it is okay. But I would never do it.

I would personally have it done. My one lip is much longer than the other and it often gets caught and pulls really uncomfortable.

I've heard of womens' labia being so large that they hurt, but I can't see how this is possible. I have a lot of skin there, and have NEVER experienced pain. And doing it for cosmetic reasons...sorry, that's just crazy! Any guy who complains about how a woman's "stuff" looks doesn't deserve her. Period.

I'm a bit surprised by the judgmental responses. Thankfully we live in a free society and our biased neighbors don't get to veto our decisions.

If a woman wants to do it for function or vanity that's her choice. After all isn't a woman's right to choose the basis for many things in our society?

I'd say if it's for health reasons I'm for it. Self-esteem reasons seem silly to me. How much time do you spend looking at yourself there? If you have problems with that area that most people aren't going to see, I'd get counseling (No offense intended.) And if a lover is cruel and judges you on your appearance there, clearly a sign (and probably not the only one) to get rid of them.

I am completely against it unless its causing health problems.

On one hand, I think it should be a woman's decision. On the other, I despise the social pressure that makes women feel like they have to do this.

Personally, I believe surgeries should be considered when there is a medical reason for them. Anything elective should be carefully thought about and not jumped in to, as there are always risks.

I do have to say that I prefer a certain look, but I also prefer certain sized breast. In the end, what my wife came equipped with is my favorite, and I wouldn't want her to get surgery to change.

To me, it's a person's personal decision, but I would encourage my wife away from it if she thought it would make her more appealing to me.

Health problems must be fixed yes... Self-image is to fix inside, why to risk surgery if it can be managed another way? :S

If there are health problems, then I'm for it. But as far as the "designer pussies" and it just being something someone does "cosmetically", then no. That's just the stupidest thing.

I think it's a serious thing to consider but I think it's alright to get it done if it's causing health issues.

When a woman decides she WANTS labiaplasty, it is always okay. It helps with health, it helps with comfort, and it helps emotionally. Suggesting it is 'wrong' is just rediculous. If you don't like labiaplasty, don't get it and don't perform it! Otherwise keep your nose out of other people's business, and especially out of their pants!

My opinion of this whole labiaplasty business is that the reason it has become so popular is because there is a lucrative market for it. Labiaplasty costs about $3500. Do you know how ridiculous it is to charge that much for a non-invasive procedure that removes, at most, a cube inch of skin?

The market of sexually insecure females is very easy to manipulate and makes a ton of money. It's just another fashion trend. For example, breast implants are on the decline while labiaplasty is on the rise. In 20 years the cosmetic industry will find some other part of women's bodies to nitpick.

That said, people can do whatever they want. And, of course, labiaplasty performed after your labia have torn or had some other problems is totally understandable.

There's this documentary, Orgasm Inc., that describes that these procedures are being done by gynecologists and not surgeons, often only because the gynecologist tells the patient her labia look odd. I don't approve of this, but if a woman wants to do it for her own reasons, she should seek out someone of the right medical background to ensure it's done safely.

I see NOTHING wrong with it, if it makes the woman happy or if it is causing pain. I do, however, feel that if it is cosmetic, the woman should have a casting done and compare her vagina to that of other women, to ensure that what she SEES when she looks in the mirror is in fact what is THERE (if that makes sense).

There was a poll here about a woman's nether regions in general, and one of the first comments linked to an incredible documentary on the subject, which you can find right here. It goes over labiaplasty and casting.

I feel that because of the way some women are treated and talked down upon in regards to their vaginal area, sometimes having this procedure makes the difference between her EVER allowing someone to see her naked and having sex, or not.

I don't think it's a good idea for us all to look the same. all have the same perky round big boobs, the same trim looking pussies, blah blah. It's boring. Good porn is hard to find due to fake looking chicks.
It's such a sensitive area why cut any of that off. Fat lips, skinny lips, long lips, short lips, chubby pussies, skinny pussies they are all beautiful! it's all normal, now if your lips hang lower then your mans balls you might want to do something about that I don't want to offend anyone, I'm trying to be light hearted not insensitive.

it's your decision just make sure it's the right one.