Surgical repair or reconstruction of the hymen, a confidential day procedure.
About the procedure
What this procedure involves
Hymenorrhaphy, also called hymen repair, is a procedure that reconstructs or repairs the hymen, a thin membrane near the vaginal opening. People seek it for personal, cultural or religious reasons, and the clinic provides information and care confidentially and without judgement. Dr Jassim Daood performs hymenorrhaphy at the Bankstown clinic for patients aged 18 and over, usually as a day procedure. The approach and timing are discussed privately at a consultation.
Recovery
Recovery varies between patients. The procedure is usually a day case, under local anaesthetic with sedation or, by preference, general anaesthesia. Light bleeding can occur for one to two weeks, mild discomfort is managed with simple pain relief, and detailed aftercare instructions are provided. The tissue heals over the following weeks.
In depth
More about this procedure
Detailed information about this procedure. Select a section to read more.
Hymenorrhaphy is a personal decision, and the reasons for considering it are discussed sensitively and confidentially, without judgement. There is no obligation to proceed after a consultation.
Suitability, what the procedure can and cannot achieve, and realistic expectations are assessed individually at your consultation.
The procedure repairs or reconstructs the remaining tissue of the hymen. It is usually carried out under local anaesthetic as a confidential day procedure.
The approach and what to expect are explained at your consultation.
The area is usually tender for a short period, and specific aftercare instructions are provided. Activity, including exercise and sexual activity, is restricted while healing takes place.
Many people return to everyday activities within a few days, though this depends on the individual.
Outcomes vary between individuals, and what can realistically be expected is discussed honestly and confidentially at your consultation before any decision is made.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Hymenorrhaphy is a procedure that repairs or reconstructs the hymen. People seek it for personal, cultural or religious reasons, and the approach is decided with you at a confidential consultation.
Yes. The clinic provides information and care privately and without judgement, and your confidentiality is respected throughout.
Several techniques exist, and the choice depends on your circumstances and preferences. It is usually a day procedure under local anaesthetic with sedation, or under general anaesthesia by preference. The details are explained at your consultation.
Light bleeding can occur for one to two weeks, and mild discomfort is managed with simple pain relief. You are given detailed aftercare instructions, and the tissue heals over the following weeks.
In some cases it may be considered alongside another procedure such as labiaplasty. Whether this is appropriate is discussed individually at your consultation.
Cost depends on your individual procedure and is provided in writing after your consultation. Any quote reflects the total cost, covering the surgeon, anaesthesia, facility fees, aftercare and any garments required.
Yes. Under Australian regulations a GP referral is required before a cosmetic surgery consultation, and the referring practitioner must not perform cosmetic procedures themselves.
