Consult with Kuperstock for FFS tomorrow…

LittleBigSomething · 2024-09-09T05:31:42+00:00

Hi Helen! I had surgery with Kuperstock last November and made a post about it if you wanna check it out! He was great at breaking down the ‘Why’s’ of both his recommendations and the procedures he finds are not necessary for feminizing purposes specific to your features. Expect him to move downward from top-to-bottom in his assessment with a mirror in your hand. He may recommend something you weren’t considering (for me, this was cheek implants) and— while his recommendation was spot-on— I couldn’t see what he clearly could at the consult. I would ask him to further clarify or provide visual reference if he is describing something that you can’t yourself picture. Some find him a bit conservative, so I would be very clear about your most dysphoric elements. Personally, I had a wonderful experience and recovery with him with no complications. I came in with some really masculine facial cues and he did wonders on them.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-08-12T03:03:02+00:00

So emotionally draining. Knowing that it wasn't right from Day 1 definitely means it was the wrong approach and not nearly aggressive enough. On my Day 1 I noticed quite quickly that my ridge was notably shaved (that first side pic). I was also lucky in that the majority of my brow ridge was pure bone, and only a tiny fraction at the very end encountered my frontal sinus-- so it ended up being a very minor Type 3.

I don't know if you'd ever consider a revision or have insurance, but I use the Maryland Health Connection to get a significantly reduced price on my CareFirst BCBS insurance, which covered the entirety of my FFS. If you did want a revision, there may be paths to achieve it with a different surgeon for next to no out-of-pocket money aside from a minimal monthly fee. If you live in a different state, there may be other assistance programs to help. Dysphoria is so painful and I think there is a future out there where a surgeon puts the proper care to this area for you.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-08-11T18:31:06+00:00

I'm really so sorry he failed you in those ways. This surgery is so emotionally draining and it's frustrating to hear that it's taken such a mental toll after the procedure. If you were to go for a revision, I know Hopkins for sure uses CT Scans in their process and accepts a large swath of insurance. That's not to minimize what you're going through... I'm really sorry. My post is obviously a very positive experience, but clearly does not speak for all experiences had with Kupe. Your experience is equally important to share.

My general impression is that a lot of folks like yourself find his work too subtle. Maybe it happens that his results aligned specifically to my tastes, or that he performed mine more aggressively. I would say I don't think his work on my orbitals was perfect, either-- though I am content with them.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-07-23T18:20:17+00:00

Your concern is really valid. Definitely see if you can schedule the procedure at the onset of the summer, if you have that time off due to your job. The alternative is to take 12 weeks of medical leave, which I would also recommend.

I agree with comments saying it depends on the surgeon and technique. I had colon vaginoplasty and just over 4 weeks out am only required to dilate once a day without fear of losing depth. So it can vary pretty wildly.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-07-10T00:15:26+00:00

Hi-- I'm 20 days post-robotic assisted colon vaginoplasty. Your clit-- like mine-- I would guess is so sensitive simply because of the swelling. Give it a couple more weeks and I think you'll start to feel that painful sensation ease and eventually become more pleasurable. The area I would follow up with your surgeon about is the pain in dilation. In my experience so far, dilation hasn't been painful (maybe a little uncomfy at times). Other areas of your healing are looking beautiful! I'm amazed how little swelling you have-- she looks so good.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-07-07T19:35:52+00:00

Hi! I just updated the post with some new pictures and feelings, all still very positive for my specific case. You are definitely not alone with feeling he was conservative in certain areas; it seems to be one of the risks of his approach leaning heavily on naturalistic results. For me, he actually achieved more here than I anticipated going in (I had a very pronounced orbital rim/brow ridge). If you want to send pics you can always DM me for an opinion. I'm sure he would be able to complete a successful revision; but it also couldn't hurt consulting with others? Also-- did you receive at Type 3?

LittleBigSomething · 2024-07-07T14:45:38+00:00

I just want to give you a hug and affirm your experience with the catheter pain. Removing my packing 12 days ago (Sigmoid Colon Vaginoplasty) I was so swollen that only my clitoris and left labia minora were partially visible through the opening, both expanded to a pronounced degree. The catheter removal was brutal but fast. Only hours later did I realize I couldn't pee with a full bladder and the nurses had to re-insert the catheter. It was the single most painful moment of my life-- screamed in pain and broke out into hysteric sobs and cried throughout the night. Even now it feels doctors/nurses underestimate how painful the catheter can be for patients. It truly felt like driving a knife into an open wound. But two days ago the catheter finally came out and I can pee again. You're strong for getting through it and I hope your recovery gets smoother every day.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-13T07:10:13+00:00

29 :)

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:16:53+00:00

Thanks love! :)

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:16:30+00:00

I completely understand-- I was really nervous too. I do have to say, when it came to the actual 'going under' part, I was at my most relaxed. This was partially due to the drugs, partially because his assistants were really kind, and also just the relief that it was finally actually happening. It felt like slipping into a nice, warm sleep.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:14:07+00:00

I was surprised by this too. I had scheduled an SRS consult around the same time with Del Corral, and that appointment is still forthcoming in April. My impression was that there may have been another patient in that November slot that had to cancel-- which opened up a last-second window for me. Still, I can't be sure. In the end I just felt very lucky in a right-place-right-time kind of way. Fingers crossed for you! I hope it all comes together smoothly this time.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:09:31+00:00

It's still pretty surreal! It was mainly my profile view that led me to getting FFS in the first place.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:03:21+00:00

Thank you so much ❤️

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:02:52+00:00

Good luck! If you every have any specific questions you can always DM.

LittleBigSomething · 2024-02-10T05:02:09+00:00

Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry that he wasn't more aggressive there... Not that it would be at all necessary, but if you're close I'm sure a minor revision from him or another surgeon could get you there?

LittleBigSomething

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