Gender shift from past to present has been observed frequently in both men and women. Those who cannot or do not want to be able to prevent this inner urge prefer gender reassignment operation today. This operation, which is carried out using advanced technological equipment, is preferred in many countries of the world today. When the person’s gender at birth and sexual identity are different, it can cause various social problems.

The procedures applied from woman to man are;

 

Mastectomy; It is applied to obtain a flat chest structure.
Hysterectomy; It is carried out with the aim of not using testosterone for a long time. It also prevents menstrual bleeding.
Genital Reconstruction; It includes removing the vagina, lengthening the urethra, and placing a penis large enough for sexual intercourse. At the same time, it is the application of testicular prostheses to provide the desired aesthetic appearance.

Before sex transformation surgery, the person’s psychological and physiological condition must be healthy. For this reason, it is generally recommended to receive psychological support.

How the person feels after the sex transformation surgery has also been one of the topics discussed. In this process, the person can get psychological support if necessary. However, since the transition of the person to this surgery is subject to control by psychiatrists before the surgery, no problems are encountered. If necessary, this process can be overcome in a positive way by getting professional support.

 

What Should I Do On The Day Of Surgery?

 

On the day of the sex transformation surgery, after the preparations and the operation are over, the individual who has already prepared himself psychologically should wait patiently for the recovery process. Pain in the operated area is normal and physicians can relieve this pain with painkillers.

How Long Is The Recovery Period?

 

First 7 days, the patient must lie with no action.