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During male to female sex reassignment, the penis and testes are removed. The scrotal and penile skin flaps are then reshaped in order to resemble female genitalia.
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Conditions Treated with Male to Female Sex Reassignment:
Male to female sex reassignment may be performed in cases of transsexualism or for patients with an ambiguous sex.
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Non-surgical alternatives to male to female sex reassignment include hormone treatment. There are no comparable surgical alternatives to the procedure.
Anesthesia with Male to Female Sex Reassignment:
Male to female sex reassignment is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Male to Female Sex Reassignment:
Possible risks following male to female sex reassignment include infection, bleeding and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to be dissatisfied with the results and to experience closure of the urethral opening or narrowing of the new vagina. A psychological impact is also possible.
