Which specialist performs labiaplasty?

An obstetrician-gynaecologist assesses the external genital anatomy, your symptoms or goals, and your general health before discussing whether surgery is suitable. The consultation may cover irritation, discomfort during activity, concerns about appearance, or changes after childbirth. A qualified surgeon should explain the intended tissue changes, possible effects on sensation, healing, scarring, and the limits of what surgery can change.

Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure, so the clinician should also review medicines, allergies, smoking, previous operations, and any infection or skin condition affecting the area.

Look for an obstetrician-gynaecologist who specifically discusses vulval surgery and can explain their training, the setting where the procedure is carried out, and follow-up arrangements. Bring a list of medicines and medical conditions, and describe any pain, rubbing, discharge, or skin changes in your own words.

Ask what examination is needed, what anaesthesia may be used, how long healing is expected to take, and when exercise or sexual activity can resume. You can take time to consider the information before deciding.

Arrange a medical assessment before considering surgery if you have new vulval pain, a lump, sores, bleeding, unusual discharge, marked itching, or burning with urination. These symptoms can need diagnosis and treatment rather than cosmetic surgery. Seek urgent care for severe pain, heavy bleeding, fainting, fever, or rapidly increasing swelling.

Which specialist training and experience do you have in vulval surgery? What is causing my symptoms, if I have symptoms? What changes are realistic for me? What are the possible effects on sensation and healing? How will you manage follow-up if I have bleeding, infection, or wound separation?