Clitoral Hood Reduction

About Clitoral Hood Reduction

The clitoral hood is the small fold of skin covering the clitoris. When excess tissue is present, it can cause a bulky appearance, hygiene difficulty, irritation during exercise or intimacy, and reduced sensation. A clitoral hood surgery in Lucknow removes the surplus tissue without altering the clitoris, addressing these concerns while preserving function.

It is important to distinguish clitoral hood reduction from clitoroplasty. Clitoroplasty involves reducing the clitoris itself and is reserved for specific medical situations such as enlargement from hormonal causes or after genital injury. Clitoral hood reduction is purely cosmetic or for comfort, removing only the excess hood. Dr. Agarwal explains the difference clearly so there is no confusion about what is being done.

During consultation we discuss your symptoms, what you have tried, and what result you want. A private examination assesses anatomy from the labia minora, hood, and clitoris together, since these structures often need to be considered as a unit. Vaginal aesthetic surgery results are best when the whole region is planned, not one structure in isolation.

The procedure is usually performed as a daycare under local anaesthesia with sedation, although general or spinal anaesthesia is available if preferred or if labiaplasty is combined. Surgery takes 30 to 60 minutes. Excess hood tissue is excised conservatively, the clitoris is protected throughout, and absorbable sutures are used so removal is not needed.

Recovery from this intimate area surgery for women is straightforward. Patients walk soon after surgery and most return home the same day. Mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness are expected for two to three weeks. Sensation may feel reduced initially as nerves recover, returning gradually as swelling settles. We schedule reviews at one week, one month, and three months.

What to expect

• Private consultation with female chaperone available
• Examination of hood, labia minora, and clitoris as a unit
• Discussion of hood reduction alone or combined with labiaplasty
• Local with sedation, general, or spinal anaesthesia
• 30 to 60 minute day-care procedure
• Absorbable sutures, no removal needed
• Reviews at one week, one month, and three months

Recovery

• Same-day discharge in most cases
• Mild swelling, bruising, and discomfort for two to three weeks
• Cold pack fomentation in the first 48 hours reduces swelling
• Loose, breathable clothing and no tampons for six weeks
• Avoid intercourse and vigorous exercise for six weeks
• Most patients return to desk work in three to six days