Labiaplasty is a surgery done to alter the size of labia minora (the flap on either side of the vagina). The surgery is done to correct any tears that occur during childbirth, for cosmetic reasons, to remove cancerous cells, etc. Labioplasty may lead to vaginal dryness, pain during intercourse, tearing of the vagina during normal childbirth, etc. The surgery is performed only above 18 years.
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I am an alcoholic and am undergoing labiaplasty. Is sedation safe?
Query: Hi doctor,I am having a labiaplasty under conscious sedation. It is a simple procedure with minimal risk but I need a second opinion on the anesthesia used because I have a history of alcohol abuse (nothing major). I am 26 years old, and over the past year, I have drunk every other day (six drinks o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can continue your Clonazepam tablet. As you are chronic alcoholic get your liver function tests done and there is nothing to worry about the procedural anesthesia. Tell your alcoholic and medication history to your anesthesiologist. The analgesic dosage requireme... Read Full »