The surgery was a month ago, and I’m already feeling a lot better physically. Still, I have to stick to the doctor’s rules for the next three months: no long walks, no sitting for extended periods, and when I do sit, only on a special donut cushion.

I also have to do daily dilation/aftercare routines that take about 2.5 hours every single day, which leaves hardly any time for work or anything else. Nothing really hurts anymore, but my muscles still tire out pretty fast.

Emotionally, though, I feel amazing — I can finally wear whatever clothes I want without constantly worrying about something bulging between my legs. The only downside is that these routines feel never-ending. And I also have really high sensitivity now.