The clitoris can be enlarged by the use of hormones, such as those in beauty chips, and clitoroplasty can correct this.
Clitoroplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to modify the anatomy of the clitoris in order to improve aesthetic function and, in some cases, correct congenital problems or those caused by the use of male hormones such as those found in the "beauty chip".
Clitoroplasty can significantly contribute to improving women's self-image and confidence, since when enlarged, the organ can resemble a small penis and the woman doesn't feel comfortable wearing a bikini or tight clothes, for example.
In this text we will introduce the pioneering technique called corporoplasty, which reduces the size of the clitoris, which is enlarged due to the hormonal action of testosterone, preserving the clitoral erection without the need to dissect the nerves and vessels of the clitoris, which reduces the risk of damage to the organ.
Why does the clitoris enlarge?
Atypical enlargement of the clitoris, also called clitoromegaly, can be triggered by congenital factors and the use of hormones.
The famous "beauty chips" - used to give women a shapely body, can pose risks because they contain hormones such as testosterone - congenital adrenal hyperplasia, some tumors, such as ovarian cancer, and also unknown causes are situations that can trigger clitoral enlargement.
When is clitoroplasty indicated?
Surgical intervention to treat clitoromegaly is only indicated in cases where the woman is uncomfortable with the condition or has pain as a result of the enlargement of the organ.
Dr. Ubirajara Barroso Jr, precursor of the technique that reduces the clitoris while preserving sensitivitysays that the surgery can be carried out at any age, as long as there is a diagnosis of clitoromegaly and there is a medical indication.
How is clitoroplasty performed?
During clitoroplasty, adjustments are made to the structure of the clitoris to achieve the desired results. This can include size reduction, reshaping and other procedures according to the specific needs of each patient.
"In corporoplasty, the technique we devised, only the excess erectile tissue that has formed due to the stimulation of male hormones is removed, whether due to congenital dysfunctions or the use of anabolic substances such as testosterone or the 'beauty chip'. In addition, people who have clitoromegaly due to congenital diseases, such as cogenital adrenal hyperplasia, can also be treated using this technique," says Dr. Ubirajara Barroso Jr., head of the division of reconstructive urological surgery and pediatric urology at the Federal University of Bahia Hospital.
According to the specialist, the removal is carried out underneath the tissue that covers the clitoris, where no nerves pass, keeping it safe to preserve the sensitivity and erection of the organ.
Dr. Barroso Jr. says that the techniques used around the world to reduce the clitoris need to dissect it and these procedures increase the risk of altering the sensitivity of the organ. "It is essential that the sensitivity of the clitoris is respected and preserved, so during the surgical procedure, seizing or compromising the innervation should be avoided as much as possible," he explains.
"The technique we have developed has the great advantage of not requiring any kind of mobilization of the nerve and vascular bundle, so there is no risk of injury or necrosis of the clitoris and there is also the possibility of preserving the clitoral erection. We were able to develop this new modality that keeps this enervation intact," he says.
Clitoroplasty after surgery
Recovery from clitoroplasty surgery is quick and the stitches are absorbable so there is no need for them to be removed. "The patient stays in hospital for around one or two days, the level of post-operative painkillers is low and the risk of bleeding after surgery is also low," she explains.
The restrictions last about a month, when the patient must refrain from physical activity, and can return to sexual activities around two months after the procedure.
The doctor warns that in the first three months there may be some vaginal numbness due to the surgical procedure. "It's important to emphasize that in any surgery there is edema and therefore a certain sensation of tingling or loss of sensitivity, but this sensitivity returns in all cases and there is no risk of necrosis or definitive loss of sensitivity in the region."
Regarding the possibility of the clitoris growing again, Dr. Ubirajara Barroso says that this is unlikely because usually when the patient is referred for surgery, maximum growth has already taken place due to the clitoris' exposure to the male hormone.
"A phenomenon called testosterone receptor saturation means that even if the clitoris is exposed to testosterone, or continues to be exposed to it, the organ doesn't continue to grow indefinitely," he adds.
Clitoroplasty is a specialized procedure that should be performed by highly qualified professionals.
Women, if you are considering this surgery, schedule a consultation to get detailed information and make the right decisions about your health and well-being. Dr. Ubirajara Barroso is based in São Paulo (SP) and Salvador (BA).
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