Clitoral hood reduction reduces the size or prominence of the clitoral hood. This excess skin can sometimes cause discomfort or affect a person’s self-esteem. The surgery involves careful trimming of the hood to expose the clitoris while preserving its sensitivity and function. It’s often performed as part of female genital cosmetic surgery and should be done by a qualified-experienced surgeon just like the ones at Pink Apple Aesthetics.
Clitoral hood is the fold of skin that covers the clitoris. Clitoral hood reduction serves both cosmetic purposes, for an oversized clitoral hood, and functional needs, like relieving discomfort during exercise or intercourse. Usually done with local or general anaesthesia, this procedure involves creating one or more minor incisions in the clitoral hood. The surgeon will then remove the excess tissue and close the incisions with sutures.
Recovery from clitoral hood reduction varies depending on the extent of the surgery. Most patients can expect to experience some pain, swelling, and bruising for the first few weeks after surgery. Take pain medication if need be, rest, and avoid strenuous activity. Most patients can return to work and normal activities within 1-2 weeks after surgery. However, it is important to avoid sexual activity for at least 4-6 weeks after surgery.