{"id":12664,"date":"2026-11-13T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/blog\/?p=12664"},"modified":"2026-11-13T10:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T09:00:00","slug":"intimate-surgery-labiaplasty-childbirth-repair-tunisia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/blog\/intimate-surgery-labiaplasty-childbirth-repair-tunisia\/","title":{"rendered":"Intimate and reconstructive surgery in Tunisia: labiaplasty, repair after childbirth, medical criteria and recovery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>In short:<\/strong> Intimate surgery covers very different operations: labiaplasty (reduction of the inner lips), clitoral hood reduction, labia majora surgery, repair of the perineum and vaginal tightening after childbirth and, for men, functional procedures such as frenuloplasty or adult circumcision. The first question is never \u00ab\u00a0which technique?\u00a0\u00bb but \u00ab\u00a0is there a real functional problem, and is the anatomy actually abnormal?\u00a0\u00bb, because genital appearance varies enormously between healthy women. When surgery is justified, published reviews report high satisfaction and mostly minor complications, but recovery takes several weeks, sexual intercourse has to wait, and some problems after childbirth, such as incontinence or prolapse, need a gynaecological work-up rather than cosmetic surgery. In Tunisia, Medespoir organises these operations discreetly, in French, at a price around 60 % lower than in Switzerland, with a free personal quote within 48 hours.<\/p>\n<p>This guide is written for women and men living in Switzerland, including English-speaking expatriates in Geneva, Zurich, Basel and Lausanne, who are considering intimate or reconstructive surgery and want to understand it before speaking to a surgeon. It is deliberately factual. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/blog\/cosmetic-surgery-tunisia-2026-questions-answered\/\">general guide to cosmetic surgery in Tunisia in 2026<\/a> covers the broader questions about travelling for surgery; this one goes into the specific medical, practical and personal questions of intimate surgery.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"contents\">Contents<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#what\">What does intimate surgery include?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#news\">What is new in 2025 and 2026?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#normal\">Is my anatomy normal?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#criteria\">Medical criteria: when is surgery justified?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#labiaplasty\">Labiaplasty and related procedures<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#childbirth\">Repair after childbirth<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#devices\">Lasers and radiofrequency: what about non-surgical options?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#men\">Intimate surgery for men<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#motivation\">Motivation, partners and body image<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#consultation\">Preparing the consultation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tunisia\">Having intimate surgery in Tunisia<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#recovery\">Recovery week by week<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#risks\">Risks and complications<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#intimacy\">Intimacy, sex and relationships after surgery<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#insurance\">Swiss insurance and price<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#checklist\">Checklist before you decide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sources\">Sources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what\">What does intimate surgery include?<\/h2>\n<h3>What is meant by \u00ab\u00a0intimate surgery\u00a0\u00bb?<\/h3>\n<p>Intimate surgery is a broad term for operations on the external and internal genitals. Medespoir&rsquo;s French guide to intimate surgery divides them into three groups: cosmetic procedures, which change an appearance that bothers the person; functional procedures, which correct discomfort, pain or a practical difficulty; and reconstructive procedures, which repair the consequences of childbirth, an injury, a malformation or a disease. The same operation can belong to more than one group. Enlarged inner lips, for example, can be a purely visual concern for one woman and a source of daily rubbing and pain for another.<\/p>\n<h3>Which operations are most common for women?<\/h3>\n<p>Labiaplasty, also called nymphoplasty or labia minora reduction, is the most frequently requested female intimate operation. It reduces the inner lips when they protrude, twist or cause discomfort. Related procedures include clitoral hood reduction, which removes excess skin folds around the clitoris and is often combined with labiaplasty; labia majora reduction or, conversely, fat grafting to the outer lips when they have lost volume; perineoplasty, which rebuilds the area of skin and muscle between the vagina and the anus; and vaginoplasty in the cosmetic sense, sometimes called vaginal tightening or colpoperineoplasty, which narrows a vaginal canal that has become lax after births.<\/p>\n<h3>Which operations are more controversial?<\/h3>\n<p>Some procedures are offered commercially although their benefit has not been demonstrated. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), in its Committee Opinion No. 795 published in 2020, lists hymenoplasty, labia majora augmentation and so-called G-spot amplification alongside labiaplasty and vaginoplasty, and warns that the lack of high-quality data means their effectiveness and safety have not been established when they are performed without a clinical indication. Medespoir&rsquo;s own guide describes hymenoplasty as a procedure to be approached with caution. A serious surgeon will explain these limits rather than sell them.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it the same as gender-affirming surgery or prolapse surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>No. The word \u00ab\u00a0vaginoplasty\u00a0\u00bb is also used for gender-affirming surgery and for certain reconstructive operations after cancer or trauma. These are different specialities with dedicated teams and long care pathways, and they are not the subject of this guide. Likewise, a genuine pelvic organ prolapse, where the bladder, uterus or rectum bulges into the vagina, and stress urinary incontinence are treated by urogynaecologists. Cosmetic vaginal tightening does not treat them.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"news\">What is new in 2025 and 2026?<\/h2>\n<h3>Is intimate surgery becoming more common?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, and it concerns mainly young adults. The global survey of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), published on 19 June 2025 for the year 2024, reports that 48.4 % of external genital surgery worldwide was performed on people aged 18 to 34. Demand is driven partly by images on social media and in pornography that show a very narrow range of genital appearance, which is one reason why counselling about normal variation has become a central theme in recent publications.<\/p>\n<h3>What does the latest research say about normal anatomy?<\/h3>\n<p>A systematic review and meta-analysis by Ortega-S\u00e1nchez and colleagues, published in the <em>Journal of Clinical Medicine<\/em> in February 2026, pooled measurements of the inner lips in 991 healthy premenopausal women from seven studies. Average length ranged from about 36.5 to 60.6 mm and width from 14.7 to 21.8 mm between studies, with wide overlapping ranges in every sample. The authors conclude that integrating such data into medical education and guidelines may help reduce unnecessary operations. This confirms what the British study by Lloyd and colleagues showed as early as 2005: women vary widely in genital dimensions, independently of age, number of births, ethnicity or sexual history.<\/p>\n<h3>What do recent reviews say about results?<\/h3>\n<p>Several large reviews have appeared since 2024. A meta-analysis by G\u00e9czi and colleagues in the <em>Aesthetic Surgery Journal<\/em> (2024), covering 53 studies with quantitative data, found an overall satisfaction rate of 94 % across labiaplasty techniques, with complications generally rare but more frequent with some techniques, for example wound separation in 8 % after wedge resection. A literature review by McGrattan and colleagues (2025) on long-term outcomes found, in 748 patients from nine studies, asymmetry in about 6 %, visible scarring in about 2 % and revision surgery in about 5.6 %, while the large majority had no complications. Two meta-analyses on sexual function, by Nahidi and colleagues (2026, <em>Aesthetic Plastic Surgery<\/em>) and Zulfikaroglu and colleagues (2026, <em>European Journal of Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology and Reproductive Biology<\/em>), both found improvements after surgery, but both stress that the studies are small, mostly uncontrolled and at serious risk of bias.<\/p>\n<h3>Has anything changed in Tunisia?<\/h3>\n<p>Tunisia adopted Law No. 2024-32 of 19 June 2024 on patients&rsquo; rights and medical liability. Among other provisions, it requires that patients are informed clearly about the proposed treatment and its risks and that they give free and informed consent. For intimate surgery, where expectations and consent are especially personal, it is worth asking for the written information and the consent form in French before the day of surgery so that you can read them calmly.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"normal\">Is my anatomy normal?<\/h2>\n<h3>How large are \u00ab\u00a0normal\u00a0\u00bb inner lips?<\/h3>\n<p>There is no single normal size. In the studies cited above, inner lips that are clearly visible beyond the outer lips, asymmetrical or darker at the edge are all part of normal anatomy. Some classifications used by surgeons describe how far the inner lips protrude beyond the outer lips, but these are descriptive tools, not thresholds for a disease. Protrusion is common, and in itself it is not a medical condition.<\/p>\n<h3>Why do so many women think they are abnormal?<\/h3>\n<p>Because few people ever see a realistic range of vulvas. Images in advertising, on social media and in pornography are often selected or digitally edited, and they show predominantly small, symmetrical inner lips. Reviews of motivations for labiaplasty, such as the 2025 systematic review by Ortega-S\u00e1nchez and colleagues, describe appearance-related distress and self-consciousness as the leading reasons, often alongside physical discomfort. Recognising this context does not mean dismissing the concern; it means separating what is a genuine problem from what is a perception.<\/p>\n<h3>Do the labia change after childbirth or menopause?<\/h3>\n<p>They can. Births may stretch or tear tissues, sometimes leaving asymmetry or a scar. With age and after menopause, falling oestrogen levels make the tissues thinner and drier, the outer lips can lose fat and volume, and the inner lips may appear more prominent by contrast. Vaginal dryness and pain at menopause are usually treated medically, for example with local hormone treatment prescribed by a gynaecologist, before any surgery is considered.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it normal for one side to be bigger?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Asymmetry is very common and does not need treatment unless it causes discomfort or distress. If you request surgery for asymmetry, ask the surgeon how they will aim for balance and accept that perfect symmetry is rarely possible, just as it is not possible elsewhere on the body.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"criteria\">Medical criteria: when is surgery justified?<\/h2>\n<h3>What counts as a functional problem?<\/h3>\n<p>Functional problems are physical symptoms with a real impact on daily life. Typical examples for the inner lips are pain or rubbing when walking, cycling, riding or doing sport; irritation from tight clothing or underwear; tugging or pain during intercourse when the lips are drawn in; difficulty with hygiene, especially during periods; and recurrent irritation or small tears. ACOG&rsquo;s 2020 opinion lists, among clinical indications that fall outside elective cosmetic surgery, pain with intercourse, interference with athletic activities, previous obstetric or straddle injuries, reversing female genital cutting, vaginal prolapse and incontinence.<\/p>\n<h3>What does the surgeon examine?<\/h3>\n<p>The surgeon or gynaecologist takes a careful history: what bothers you, since when, in which situations, and what you have already tried. The examination looks at the inner and outer lips, the clitoral hood, the vaginal opening, the perineum and, if relevant, the pelvic floor while you bear down or cough. Skin conditions such as lichen sclerosus, infections or dermatitis can cause itching and pain that surgery would not solve, and they must be ruled out first. A recent cervical smear according to Swiss screening recommendations is useful, and Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page mentions an up-to-date smear among the preparations.<\/p>\n<h3>When should surgery not be done?<\/h3>\n<p>Surgery should be postponed or avoided when there is an active infection or untreated skin disease, during pregnancy and in the months after birth while tissues are still healing, when expectations are unrealistic, when the request comes from pressure by someone else, and when there are signs of body dysmorphic disorder, a condition in which a person is preoccupied by a defect that others barely notice. ACOG recommends assessing for this disorder when indicated and referring for psychological evaluation before surgery when there are concerns. Medespoir&rsquo;s guide makes the same point: when the request concerns normal anatomy perceived as abnormal, the surgeon&rsquo;s role is also to inform, reassure and, where useful, refer to psychological support.<\/p>\n<h3>What about minors?<\/h3>\n<p>This guide is for adults. Medespoir&rsquo;s guide explicitly excludes paediatric contexts, and professional bodies are very cautious about cosmetic genital surgery before the end of puberty, when anatomy is still developing. A teenager with genuine discomfort should see a paediatric or adolescent gynaecologist.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Situation<\/th>\n<th>Usually appropriate first step<\/th>\n<th>Surgery may be discussed when<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Protruding inner lips, no symptoms<\/td>\n<td>Information on normal variation, time to reflect<\/td>\n<td>Persistent, well-considered wish after counselling, realistic expectations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rubbing or pain in sport and clothing<\/td>\n<td>Examination, rule out skin disease, adapted clothing<\/td>\n<td>Symptoms persist and are clearly linked to the anatomy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pain during intercourse<\/td>\n<td>Gynaecological and, if needed, sexological assessment<\/td>\n<td>Pain is mechanically linked to the inner lips or a scar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Laxity after vaginal births<\/td>\n<td>Pelvic floor physiotherapy for at least 3 months<\/td>\n<td>Anatomical laxity persists after physiotherapy and childbearing is complete<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Leakage of urine or prolapse<\/td>\n<td>Urogynaecological assessment<\/td>\n<td>Specific prolapse or incontinence surgery, not cosmetic tightening<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Painful or unsightly birth scar<\/td>\n<td>Examination of the scar and the anal sphincter<\/td>\n<td>Perineal scar revision or perineoplasty<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 id=\"labiaplasty\">Labiaplasty and related procedures<\/h2>\n<h3>Which labiaplasty techniques exist?<\/h3>\n<p>There are three main families. The edge or trim technique removes the excess along the free border of the inner lip; it is simple and removes darker edges, but the natural border is replaced by a scar line. The wedge technique removes a V-shaped piece from the middle of the lip and joins the two parts, preserving the natural edge and colour, but it carries a higher risk of the wound opening. De-epithelialisation removes only the surface layer in the central part and folds the tissue, preserving edge and thickness; it suits moderate reductions. Variants such as W-shaped or Z-shaped incisions exist. The 2022 meta-analysis by Escand\u00f3n and colleagues in <em>Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/em>, covering 46 studies and 3,804 patients, found pooled satisfaction of 99 % but different complication profiles depending on technique, and concluded that experience, knowledge of anatomy and choosing the technique according to the patient&rsquo;s characteristics are essential.<\/p>\n<h3>Which technique is best?<\/h3>\n<p>None is best for everyone. The choice depends on the size and shape of the lips, the colour of the edges, the presence of excess hood skin, your wishes and the surgeon&rsquo;s experience. Ask the surgeon why they recommend a particular technique for you, what the main risk of that technique is, and how many of these operations they perform.<\/p>\n<h3>What is clitoral hood reduction?<\/h3>\n<p>It removes excess folds of skin on either side of or above the clitoris. Many women who request labiaplasty also have hood excess, and reducing only the inner lips can leave a disproportionate bulk at the top. The clitoris itself is not operated on. Because the nerves of the clitoris run close by, this procedure demands precision and must be conservative.<\/p>\n<h3>What can be done for the outer lips?<\/h3>\n<p>Two opposite requests exist. When the outer lips are bulky or sagging, a reduction removes an ellipse of skin and sometimes fat, with the scar hidden in the groove between inner and outer lips. When they have lost volume with age or weight loss, they can be filled with the patient&rsquo;s own fat, collected by gentle liposuction elsewhere, or with hyaluronic acid. Medespoir&rsquo;s French blog has an article on fat grafting of the outer lips; as with fat grafting elsewhere, part of the fat is reabsorbed.<\/p>\n<h3>How long does the operation take and which anaesthesia is used?<\/h3>\n<p>A labiaplasty usually takes about one to two hours, longer when combined with hood reduction or perineoplasty. Depending on the extent, it is done under local anaesthesia, local anaesthesia with sedation, or general anaesthesia. Medespoir&rsquo;s guide notes that most intimate operations are done as day surgery or with a short hospital stay, and that the anaesthesia is chosen at the consultation and confirmed at the pre-anaesthetic visit.<\/p>\n<h3>Are the stitches removed?<\/h3>\n<p>Usually not. Surgeons generally use fine absorbable sutures that dissolve over a few weeks. Small fragments may come away during washing. Ask before leaving Tunisia whether any non-absorbable stitch was used and, if so, when it should be removed and by whom in Switzerland.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Thinking about intimate surgery?<\/strong> Request a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/devis.php\">free, confidential quote<\/a>. You will receive a personal answer within 48 hours, with the price and what is included.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"childbirth\">Repair after childbirth<\/h2>\n<h3>What can childbirth change in the intimate area?<\/h3>\n<p>A vaginal birth stretches the vaginal canal, the perineum and the pelvic floor muscles. Most of this recovers in the months after birth, but some women are left with a feeling of laxity or \u00ab\u00a0wideness\u00a0\u00bb, reduced sensation during intercourse, air entering the vagina, a visible or painful scar from a tear or an episiotomy, or a gaping vaginal opening. Some also develop urinary leakage, faecal incontinence or a prolapse. Distinguishing these situations matters, because they are not treated in the same way.<\/p>\n<h3>What is an obstetric anal sphincter injury?<\/h3>\n<p>It is a tear during birth that extends to the muscle ring that controls the anus, known as a third- or fourth-degree tear. It is repaired in the delivery room, but some women keep symptoms such as urgency, difficulty controlling wind or stool, or pain. These problems belong to specialised colorectal or urogynaecological care, with examination and often ultrasound of the sphincter. A cosmetic perineoplasty is not a treatment for anal incontinence, and a woman with such symptoms should be assessed in Switzerland before planning any intimate surgery abroad.<\/p>\n<h3>What should be tried before surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Pelvic floor muscle training. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline on pelvic floor dysfunction (NG210, 2021) recommends offering supervised pelvic floor muscle training for at least three months to women with stress or mixed urinary incontinence, and considering at least four months for women with a mild symptomatic prolapse. A Cochrane review updated in 2020 notes that about one-third of women have urinary incontinence and up to one-tenth faecal incontinence after childbirth. In Switzerland, pelvic floor physiotherapy is prescribed by a doctor; ask your gynaecologist. Many women find their symptoms improve enough that surgery is no longer needed.<\/p>\n<h3>What is perineoplasty?<\/h3>\n<p>Perineoplasty rebuilds the perineal body, the area between the vagina and the anus. The surgeon removes a triangle of scarred or stretched skin at the vaginal entrance, brings the separated muscles back together and closes in layers. It can correct a gaping opening, a painful or irregular scar, or a short perineum. It is often combined with posterior vaginal wall tightening.<\/p>\n<h3>What is vaginal tightening (cosmetic vaginoplasty)?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page describes it as an operation to narrow the vaginal canal and restore the tone of the perineal muscles, usually after one or more vaginal births. The surgeon removes a strip of excess lining from the back wall of the vagina, tightens the underlying tissues and usually repairs the perineum at the same time. The page stresses that it is not a treatment for sexual difficulties in general and that a major part of the consultation is to distinguish a cosmetic request from a functional disorder such as prolapse or incontinence.<\/p>\n<h3>When after childbirth can I have surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Surgeons generally advise waiting until the tissues have fully recovered from the last birth, which takes many months, until breastfeeding has ended, because hormone levels affect tissue quality, and until you have completed pelvic floor physiotherapy. Ideally, your family should be complete: a further vaginal birth can stretch the tissues again. If you plan more children, tell the surgeon, as this may change the advice. Whether a later birth should be by caesarean section after vaginal surgery is a question for your obstetrician; it is not automatic.<\/p>\n<h3>Can this be combined with a mommy makeover?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s site presents \u00ab\u00a0mommy makeover\u00a0\u00bb combinations of breast and abdominal surgery after pregnancy. Adding intimate surgery to a long abdominal and breast operation lengthens anaesthesia and complicates recovery, because positioning and wound care differ. Whether to combine or to separate the operations is a decision for the surgeon and anaesthetist after examining you. Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/blog\/breast-body-surgery-tunisia-guide\/\">breast and body surgery in Tunisia<\/a> covers the body procedures.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"devices\">Lasers and radiofrequency: what about non-surgical options?<\/h2>\n<h3>Do vaginal lasers and radiofrequency work?<\/h3>\n<p>The evidence is limited. On 30 July 2018 the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about the use of energy-based devices for vaginal \u00ab\u00a0rejuvenation\u00a0\u00bb, cosmetic vaginal procedures, menopausal vaginal symptoms, urinary incontinence and sexual function, because their safety and effectiveness for these purposes had not been established. A 2020 position statement of the European Society for Sexual Medicine on radiofrequency devices concluded that studies were too heterogeneous and that better trials were needed. These treatments may be offered with enthusiasm in clinics, but they are not a substitute for physiotherapy or surgery when there is a real anatomical problem.<\/p>\n<h3>Are there injections for the intimate area?<\/h3>\n<p>Hyaluronic acid and fat can restore volume to the outer lips. Other injections, for example to \u00ab\u00a0enhance\u00a0\u00bb sensation, lack solid evidence. Any injection in this highly vascular area must be performed by a doctor trained in the anatomy and in managing complications.<\/p>\n<h3>What helps vaginal dryness?<\/h3>\n<p>Vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse after menopause or during breastfeeding are usually caused by low oestrogen. Non-hormonal moisturisers and lubricants, and, if appropriate, local oestrogen prescribed by a gynaecologist, are the first treatments. Surgery does not treat dryness.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"men\">Intimate surgery for men<\/h2>\n<h3>Which operations do men ask about?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s French guide describes several male procedures, most of which are functional. Frenuloplasty lengthens a short frenulum that causes tension, small tears or pain during intercourse; it is usually done under local anaesthesia. Adult circumcision treats a symptomatic phimosis, where the foreskin is too tight to retract, or repeated infections and inflammation. Correction of penile curvature is considered for Peyronie&rsquo;s disease when the curvature prevents intercourse, after the disease has stabilised and after a urological assessment. Penile implants are reserved for severe erectile dysfunction that has not responded to medical treatment.<\/p>\n<h3>What about penile enlargement?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s guide is explicit: most men who request enlargement have perfectly normal anatomy, dissatisfaction is often based on a mistaken perception, results of lengthening or thickening are variable and sometimes modest, risks are real, and many learned societies urge caution. The most important step is information and, if necessary, psychological support. Be wary of any offer that oversells these procedures.<\/p>\n<h3>How long is the abstinence period for men?<\/h3>\n<p>For frenuloplasty and circumcision, Medespoir&rsquo;s guide mentions an abstinence period of several weeks while the wound heals. The exact duration is given by the surgeon according to the procedure.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"motivation\">Motivation, partners and body image<\/h2>\n<h3>Is it legitimate to want surgery for appearance alone?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, as long as the decision is your own, informed and realistic. Many women who choose labiaplasty for appearance report lasting improvement in how they feel about their body. The point of counselling is not to judge the motive but to make sure you know the range of normal anatomy, the limits of surgery and the risks, and that you are not deciding under pressure.<\/p>\n<h3>What role do partners play?<\/h3>\n<p>A systematic review and meta-analysis by Alavi-Arjas and colleagues in the <em>Journal of Sexual Medicine<\/em> (2024), covering 12 studies and 962 participants, found that 36.7 % of women seeking labiaplasty mentioned negative comments by a partner among the factors in their decision. The review also found that partners are usually not the main decision makers. If a partner&rsquo;s comments are behind your wish, it is worth discussing this openly, possibly with a counsellor, before deciding.<\/p>\n<h3>What is body dysmorphic disorder?<\/h3>\n<p>Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health condition in which a person is persistently preoccupied by a perceived flaw that is minor or invisible to others, spends a great deal of time checking or hiding it, and suffers significantly. Surgery rarely helps and can make the preoccupation shift elsewhere. Warning signs include repeated requests for revision, avoidance of intimacy or of swimming because of the perceived flaw, and distress out of proportion to what the examination shows. A good surgeon will ask about this gently; answer honestly.<\/p>\n<h3>Should I give myself time to reflect?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Medespoir&rsquo;s guide recommends a period of reflection before any decision. In practice, this means not booking surgery at the end of the first conversation, re-reading the information at home, discussing it with someone you trust if you wish, and confirming only when you are sure.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"consultation\">Preparing the consultation<\/h2>\n<h3>What should I prepare before a remote consultation?<\/h3>\n<p>Prepare a short written description of the problem: what bothers you, since when, in which situations, what you have tried and what you hope to achieve. Add your medical history, medicines, allergies, previous operations including caesarean sections and births with tears, and smoking status. For intimate surgery, sending photographs is a personal decision; ask the coordinator how images are transmitted and stored, and who sees them. The final indication can only be set after an in-person examination by the surgeon, as Medespoir&rsquo;s guide stresses.<\/p>\n<h3>Which questions should I ask the surgeon?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Is my anatomy within the normal range, and what exactly would you change?<\/li>\n<li>Which technique do you recommend for me, and why?<\/li>\n<li>How many of these operations do you perform each year?<\/li>\n<li>Which anaesthesia will be used, and how long will the operation take?<\/li>\n<li>What are the most likely complications with this technique, and how are they treated?<\/li>\n<li>When can I sit, walk normally, work, play sport and have intercourse?<\/li>\n<li>What will happen if I am not satisfied with the result?<\/li>\n<li>Whom do I contact after returning to Switzerland, and how?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How do I check the surgeon&rsquo;s qualifications?<\/h3>\n<p>For intimate surgery, the relevant specialists are gynaecologists with surgical experience, plastic surgeons and, for men, urologists. Ask which specialist title the surgeon holds and how many such operations they perform. Medespoir presents its partner surgeons on its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/chirurgiens.php\">surgeons page<\/a>; you can ask during the quote process who will operate on you.<\/p>\n<h3>Should my Swiss gynaecologist be involved?<\/h3>\n<p>It is strongly advisable. Your gynaecologist knows your history, can perform a smear if due, can rule out skin disease or infection, can prescribe pelvic floor physiotherapy and can see you after your return. Even if you do not discuss your plans in detail beforehand, keep your operative report so that any doctor in Switzerland understands what was done.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tunisia\">Having intimate surgery in Tunisia<\/h2>\n<h3>How is discretion handled?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s guide describes confidentiality as central: from first contact to follow-up, the request is handled discreetly, with respect for privacy during the stay and protection of personal data. Medespoir acts as coordinator: it receives the request confidentially, directs it to the appropriate surgeon and clinic, organises the stay and the follow-up, and liaises with Switzerland. The indication and the operation remain the responsibility of the surgeon who examines you.<\/p>\n<h3>Where does the operation take place, and in which language?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page states that care is organised around Tunis and its region, with French-speaking reception and coordinated transfers. Consultations and medical documents in Tunisia are in French. If you are more comfortable in English, ask in advance how communication will be handled during the consultation; for an intimate operation, understanding every word of the explanations and the consent form matters.<\/p>\n<h3>What does the package include?<\/h3>\n<p>The Medespoir package in Tunisia includes the pre-operative consultation, tests, the operation with the whole team (surgeon, anaesthetist and surgical assistant), the operating theatre, hospitalisation, the compression garment where relevant, daily care at the hotel, the check-up and discharge authorisation, the operative report, full-board hotel accommodation for you and one accompanying person, all transfers, and remote follow-up after your return to Switzerland. Flights, personal expenses, extensions for convenience, care received in Switzerland after your return, travel insurance (recommended) and bank charges are not included.<\/p>\n<h3>How long should I stay?<\/h3>\n<p>Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page states that the length of stay depends on the procedures performed and the recovery needed before the return flight, includes a safety margin and is specified in the quote. Plan for the surgeon&rsquo;s check before you fly, and do not book a return flight that would force you to leave before it.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the journey difficult after intimate surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Sitting is uncomfortable for some days after labiaplasty and especially after perineoplasty. Direct flights from Geneva and Basel-Mulhouse to Tunisia take about two hours; from Zurich, flights are direct or with a connection depending on the season. Bring a soft cushion, wear loose clothing, take the painkillers prescribed, carry pads and wipes in your hand luggage, drink water and walk in the aisle when possible. The general advice on blood clots during travel after surgery applies.<\/p>\n<h3>Should someone come with me?<\/h3>\n<p>It is advisable, and the package includes full-board accommodation for one accompanying person. In the first days, help with shopping, bags and moving around is welcome, and having someone you trust nearby makes a sensitive operation easier. Our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/blog\/tunisia-entry-requirements-surgery-swiss-residents\/\">entry requirements for Tunisia<\/a> covers the formalities for you and your companion.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"recovery\">Recovery week by week<\/h2>\n<h3>What happens in the first days?<\/h3>\n<p>Swelling, tenderness and a little bleeding or discharge are expected in the first days after labiaplasty and vaginal surgery; Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page describes oedema, sensitivity, local discomfort and slight bleeding as transient and expected. Swelling is often asymmetrical and can make the result look worse than it will be. Painkillers, cold packs wrapped in cloth for short periods, lying with the legs slightly raised and loose cotton underwear help. Urination may sting; rinsing with lukewarm water while urinating reduces this.<\/p>\n<h3>How should the wound be cared for?<\/h3>\n<p>Follow the surgeon&rsquo;s written instructions. In general, the area is rinsed with clean water or a gentle solution after using the toilet and dried by patting, not rubbing. Baths, swimming pools, the sea and saunas are avoided until the wounds have healed. Tampons and menstrual cups are not used during the period of healing; use pads. Avoid perfumed products and tight clothing.<\/p>\n<h3>When can I sit, walk and work?<\/h3>\n<p>Short walks are encouraged from the first days to reduce the risk of clots. Sitting for long periods is uncomfortable at first; a cushion helps. Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page indicates that return to sedentary work is often possible after a few days, and later for physical jobs. After labiaplasty alone, many people return to office work within about a week; after combined vaginal and perineal surgery, recovery is longer. The surgeon gives you a date adapted to your work.<\/p>\n<h3>When can I do sport?<\/h3>\n<p>Gentle walking is fine early. Cycling, riding, spinning, running, yoga positions that stretch the area and swimming have to wait until the wounds are fully healed, generally several weeks. Medespoir&rsquo;s page mentions avoiding certain activities in the first weeks as specified by the surgeon. Pelvic floor exercises are resumed after surgery when your surgeon or physiotherapist agrees.<\/p>\n<h3>When will I see the final result?<\/h3>\n<p>The final appearance takes several months: Medespoir&rsquo;s page describes a full recovery and assessment of the result over several weeks to a few months, once swelling has resolved and the tissues have stabilised. Scars at the edge of the inner lips usually become barely visible, but this takes time.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Period<\/th>\n<th>What is typical<\/th>\n<th>What to do<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Days 1 to 3<\/td>\n<td>Swelling, tenderness, light bleeding, stinging on urination<\/td>\n<td>Rest, painkillers, cold packs in cloth, rinse after the toilet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>End of week 1<\/td>\n<td>Swelling decreasing, sitting still uncomfortable<\/td>\n<td>Short walks, loose clothing, check before flying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Weeks 2 to 3<\/td>\n<td>Most discomfort gone, stitches dissolving<\/td>\n<td>Return to office work if allowed, still no baths or sport<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Weeks 4 to 6<\/td>\n<td>Wounds healed in most cases<\/td>\n<td>Follow-up, gradual return to sport and intercourse if the surgeon agrees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3 to 6 months<\/td>\n<td>Residual swelling resolving, scars softening<\/td>\n<td>Assess the final result with the surgeon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>What warning signs need medical attention?<\/h3>\n<p>Seek medical advice if you have heavy or increasing bleeding, a rapidly growing painful swelling on one side (possible haematoma), fever, foul-smelling discharge, spreading redness, inability to urinate, or a wound that opens widely. Medespoir&rsquo;s page notes that heavy or persistent bleeding must be reported. In Switzerland, contact your gynaecologist, your GP or an emergency department, and inform the team in Tunisia through the remote follow-up. Our French article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/blog\/complication-chirurgie-tunisie-suivi-suisse\/\">complications after returning to Switzerland<\/a> explains the steps.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"risks\">Risks and complications<\/h2>\n<h3>What are the most common complications of labiaplasty?<\/h3>\n<p>The most common problems are minor: swelling that lasts longer than expected, small areas of wound separation, bruising and temporary discomfort. Haematoma, infection and bleeding are less common. The 2024 meta-analysis by G\u00e9czi and colleagues reported that complications were generally rare, with wound separation in 8 % after wedge resection. Long-term issues include asymmetry, irregular edges, a scar that is visible or sensitive, and, more rarely, over-resection, which is difficult to correct.<\/p>\n<h3>What is over-resection?<\/h3>\n<p>Over-resection means that too much tissue has been removed, leaving the vaginal opening exposed, a dry or sensitive area, or an irregular, amputated appearance. Reconstruction is possible but complex and often incomplete. This is the strongest argument for a conservative approach and an experienced surgeon: it is always possible to remove a little more later, never to put back what has been removed.<\/p>\n<h3>Can sensation be affected?<\/h3>\n<p>Altered sensation is listed by ACOG among potential complications, together with pain, scarring, adhesions and pain during intercourse. The 2026 meta-analysis by Zulfikaroglu and colleagues reports one prospective study with standardised sensory testing that found no reduction in clitoral or labial sensitivity after labiaplasty with hood reduction. Reassuring, but based on limited data; a conservative technique remains the best protection.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the risks of vaginal tightening and perineoplasty?<\/h3>\n<p>Specific risks include bleeding, infection, wound breakdown, pain during intercourse if the opening is made too narrow, scar tissue and, rarely, injury to the rectum. Over-tightening is an important concern: a vagina that is too narrow can make intercourse painful. Ask the surgeon how they judge the right degree of tightening.<\/p>\n<h3>How often is revision needed?<\/h3>\n<p>In the long-term review by McGrattan and colleagues, revision surgery was reported in about 5.6 % of patients. The 2022 review by Escand\u00f3n and colleagues found that wound separation and aesthetic concerns were the most common causes of revision. Ask in advance how a revision would be organised and whether you would need to travel again.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"intimacy\">Intimacy, sex and relationships after surgery<\/h2>\n<h3>When can I have sex again?<\/h3>\n<p>Intercourse must wait until the wounds have fully healed. For labiaplasty, many surgeons advise around four to six weeks; after vaginal tightening and perineoplasty, it may be longer. Medespoir&rsquo;s guides mention an abstinence period, the duration of which is set by the surgeon. Resuming too early risks opening the wound and causing pain that can make you anxious about intimacy afterwards.<\/p>\n<h3>Will the first time be painful?<\/h3>\n<p>It may feel different or slightly tender, especially after vaginal tightening. Go slowly, use a water-based lubricant, choose positions that let you control depth and pressure, and stop if it hurts. Persistent pain beyond the first attempts should be reported to the surgeon or your gynaecologist. Pelvic floor physiotherapists can also help with pain and muscle tension.<\/p>\n<h3>Does surgery improve sexual satisfaction?<\/h3>\n<p>Studies report improvements on average. The 2026 meta-analysis by Nahidi and colleagues, pooling six studies, found an improvement in the Female Sexual Function Index after labiaplasty, while warning that the evidence is weak and that patients must be told how limited knowledge is. Zulfikaroglu and colleagues reached a similar conclusion and point out possible bias from expectations and natural recovery. In short: many women feel more comfortable and confident, but surgery is not a treatment for sexual difficulties with other causes, such as relationship issues, low desire, pain from other conditions or anxiety.<\/p>\n<h3>Should I tell my partner?<\/h3>\n<p>That is your decision. In practice, a partner will notice the abstinence period and the recovery, and talking about it avoids misunderstandings. If you are single, there is no obligation to explain your surgery to anyone. Medical confidentiality protects your information.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I still give birth vaginally later?<\/h3>\n<p>After labiaplasty alone, a later vaginal birth is generally possible. After vaginal tightening or perineoplasty, a new birth may undo part of the result, and the mode of delivery should be discussed with your obstetrician. This is why surgeons prefer to operate once the family is complete.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"insurance\">Swiss insurance and price<\/h2>\n<h3>Does Swiss basic insurance pay for intimate surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Not for cosmetic procedures. Under the Federal Health Insurance Act (KVG\/LAMal), basic insurance pays for treatment of an illness or the consequences of an accident, not for purely cosmetic surgery. Medespoir&rsquo;s guide explains that functional or reconstructive procedures responding to a real medical problem may, case by case, be assessed for coverage, usually with prior approval from the health insurer and under precise conditions. Planned treatment abroad is, in principle, not covered by basic insurance. Before any project, check with your doctor and your insurer, and read the terms of any supplementary insurance.<\/p>\n<h3>How much does intimate surgery in Tunisia cost?<\/h3>\n<p>According to Medespoir&rsquo;s price page, the Tunisian package is around 60 % cheaper than a comparable treatment in Switzerland. The exact price depends on the procedures, which are often combined (for example labiaplasty with hood reduction, or vaginal tightening with perineoplasty), and is given in a free, personal quote in your name within 48 hours. Medespoir&rsquo;s vaginoplasty page also emphasises that no firm price is announced before the file has been reviewed.<\/p>\n<h3>Is a cheaper operation abroad a false economy?<\/h3>\n<p>Not if the essentials are in place: an experienced surgeon, a clear indication, honest information, an adequate stay and a plan for follow-up. What makes an intimate operation risky is not the country but a hurried decision, unrealistic promises, an unsuitable technique or a lack of follow-up. Medespoir&rsquo;s guide itself warns against offers focused only on price or on promises of results.<\/p>\n<h3>Which costs are not in the package?<\/h3>\n<p>The flight, personal expenses, extension of the stay for convenience, consultations and treatment in Switzerland after your return, travel insurance and bank charges. Pelvic floor physiotherapy before or after surgery is organised in Switzerland and is generally covered by basic insurance when prescribed by a doctor for a medical indication; check with your insurer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"checklist\">Checklist before you decide<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>I know that genital appearance varies widely and that my anatomy may be normal.<\/li>\n<li>I can describe precisely what bothers me: discomfort, pain, appearance, or several of these.<\/li>\n<li>Skin disease, infection, prolapse and incontinence have been considered by a doctor.<\/li>\n<li>After childbirth, I have done pelvic floor physiotherapy, finished breastfeeding and do not plan another birth soon.<\/li>\n<li>I am making this decision for myself, not under pressure.<\/li>\n<li>I know which technique is proposed, why, and what its main risk is.<\/li>\n<li>I have planned the abstinence period, time off work, and pause from sport.<\/li>\n<li>I know whom to contact in Tunisia and in Switzerland if something goes wrong.<\/li>\n<li>I have my quote in writing, with what is included and the planned length of stay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>This article provides general information and does not replace a medical consultation. Only a surgeon or gynaecologist who examines you can decide whether an intimate operation is appropriate. In an emergency in Switzerland, call 144.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to discuss your situation confidentially?<\/strong> Request your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/devis.php\">free quote<\/a>. You will receive a personal, written answer within 48 hours. Medespoir&rsquo;s French <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/guide-chirurgie-intime-homme-femme.php\">guide to intimate surgery<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/vaginoplastie.php\">vaginoplasty page<\/a> give further details.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sources\">Sources<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Elective female genital cosmetic surgery, Committee Opinion No. 795, <em>Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology<\/em>, 2020: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31856120\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Ortega-S\u00e1nchez I. et al., Systematic review and meta-analysis of labia minora anatomy in premenopausal women, <em>Journal of Clinical Medicine<\/em>, 2026: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/41753328\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Lloyd J. et al., Female genital appearance: \u00ab\u00a0normality\u00a0\u00bb unfolds, <em>BJOG<\/em>, 2005: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15842291\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Escand\u00f3n J. M. et al., Maximizing safety and optimizing outcomes of labiaplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <em>Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/em>, 2022: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35877939\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>G\u00e9czi A. M. et al., Labiaplasty techniques, satisfaction rates and risk factors: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <em>Aesthetic Surgery Journal<\/em>, 2024: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/38957153\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>McGrattan M. et al., Long-term functional and aesthetic outcomes of labiaplasty, <em>Aesthetic Surgery Journal<\/em>, 2025: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39402934\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Nahidi F. et al., Female sexual function after labiaplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <em>Aesthetic Plastic Surgery<\/em>, 2026: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40473787\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Zulfikaroglu E. et al., Sexual function after female genital cosmetic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <em>European Journal of Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology and Reproductive Biology<\/em>, 2026: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/41401752\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Alavi-Arjas F. et al., The role of sexual partners in women&rsquo;s seeking of labiaplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <em>Journal of Sexual Medicine<\/em>, 2024: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39104202\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Woodley S. J. et al., Pelvic floor muscle training for preventing and treating incontinence in antenatal and postnatal women, <em>Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews<\/em>, 2020: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32378735\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>NICE guideline NG210, Pelvic floor dysfunction: prevention and non-surgical management, 2021: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ng210\">nice.org.uk<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Romero-Otero J. et al., Radiofrequency-based devices for female genito-urinary indications: position statements from the European Society of Sexual Medicine, <em>Journal of Sexual Medicine<\/em>, 2020: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32129169\/\">pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>ISAPS Global Survey 2024, press release of 19 June 2025: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.isaps.org\/discover\/about-isaps\/global-statistics\/global-survey-2024-full-report-and-press-releases\/\">isaps.org<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Tunisian Law No. 2024-32 of 19 June 2024 (in French): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ordremedecins.tn\/loi-responsabilite-medicale.html\">ordremedecins.tn<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Federal Health Insurance Act (KVG\/LAMal, SR 832.10): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedlex.admin.ch\/eli\/cc\/1995\/1328_1328_1328\/en\">fedlex.admin.ch<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Medespoir (in French): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/guide-chirurgie-intime-homme-femme.php\">intimate surgery guide<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/vaginoplastie.php\">vaginoplasty<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/tarifs.php\">prices<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medespoir.ch\/sejour.php\">stay<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Is labiaplasty a common operation?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. It is the most frequently requested female intimate operation, and international surveys show that most external genital surgery is performed on adults aged 18 to 34.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I know if my inner lips are too large?<\/h3>\n<p>Size alone does not define a problem, because normal anatomy varies widely. What matters is whether they cause discomfort or real distress, assessed by a doctor.<\/p>\n<h3>Is labiaplasty painful?<\/h3>\n<p>The operation is done under anaesthesia. Afterwards, discomfort and swelling are common for some days and are usually controlled with ordinary painkillers.<\/p>\n<h3>How long after labiaplasty can I go back to work?<\/h3>\n<p>Many people return to office work within about a week. Physical jobs need longer. Your surgeon sets the date.<\/p>\n<h3>Will there be a visible scar?<\/h3>\n<p>The scar is placed along the edge or inside the lip and usually becomes discreet after some months, but it never disappears completely.<\/p>\n<h3>Can vaginal laxity after childbirth be treated without surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Often it improves with supervised pelvic floor training for at least three months. Lasers and radiofrequency have limited evidence.<\/p>\n<h3>Does health insurance pay for vaginal tightening?<\/h3>\n<p>Not when it is cosmetic. A documented functional problem such as prolapse is assessed case by case by the insurer.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I combine labiaplasty with another operation in Tunisia?<\/h3>\n<p>Often yes, for example with clitoral hood reduction or perineoplasty. Combinations with major body surgery are decided by the surgeon and anaesthetist.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the procedure confidential?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. 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