Failure to adhere to the dilation schedule can result in , a condition where the canal narrows or shortens, sometimes requiring corrective revision surgery. Physical and Sexual Wellness Post-Op
It is essential for trans women to have access to supportive resources and networks post-operatively. These may include:
Unlike cisgender vaginas, most post-operative vaginas (depending on the surgical technique used, such as penile inversion) do not self-lubricate sufficiently. Incorporating high-quality, water-based lubricants is a permanent necessity for comfortable penetration.
Transgender individuals have not just been participants in LGBTQ culture; they have been architects of it.
Post-operative care shifts from acute healing to permanent maintenance as the patient crosses the half-year mark.
: An abnormal connection between the neovagina and rectum (found in ~1% of cases).
Always keep a direct line of communication with your surgeon's office for any medical concerns.