u/YourHimboDima

I’m 1.5 weeks post op stage 1 (simple release, first part of scrotoplasty, monsplasty, no v-nec, no UL), and I’ve been very lucky in how smooth my recovery has been. Aside from needing help with certain ranges of motion and lifting more than 15lbs, I’m largely independent. I still have some mild discomfort, but I haven’t needed any pain medication for a few days. I’m a little more easily tired than usual, but I feel like I have a surprising amount of energy. The biggest issue I’m having is my mental health since I have a lot more time with my thoughts (yay), and bodies can’t tell the difference between elective and non elective physical trauma.

I’m happy with how things are looking given where I’m at, but I’m fighting off anxiety around how visible my shaft is. I feel like it’s still tethered and tucked away, but I’m trying to remind myself it’s because I’m swollen. I think I’ve gotten in my head from seeing other post op guys whose penises are more visible even with swelling. I’m worried that once the swelling goes down, I’ll still look like I did pre op (completely concealed while standing). Any encouragement/reminders would be greatly appreciated!

Today marks my first full week post stage one. On May 6th, I went to U of M to complete my first stage of meta (simple release, scrotoplasty & monsplasty, no UL or vaginectomy) with Dr. Hadj-Moussa. This consisted of simple release, monsplasty, and the start of the scrotoplasty.

I was sent home with a Foley catheter, which was finally removed today, and this was the first time I’ve actually gotten to explore my post op body. The catheter was extremely irritating, so it was very nerve-wracking to feel around the area while it was still in place. After I got home from my appointment I went to take a shower and it all really settled in. I can’t believe I have a scrotum and that I can actually see my dick in the mirror! Previously it was pretty hidden when standing, so the view has me absolutely over the moon.

Obviously I’m still pretty swollen, but I hope the shaft comes out more as things settle down (even though the lil’ head peakin’ out is kinda adorable tbh). That said, I’m so fucking happy