BROOKE Shields has revealed she was ‘stunned’ after a surgeon performed vaginal resuscitation on her without her consent.
Brooke, 59, opened up about the invasive procedure in an interview US Weekly ahead of the release of her upcoming book Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman.
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Although she admitted she was embarrassed to share the intimate story, she said she wanted to do it to instigate change in women’s health.
The incident happened while she was undergoing surgery to reduce the length of her lips [labiaplasty] which caused bleeding and discomfort.
After the operation, the surgeon boasted that he gave her an extra treatment.
Model and actress Brooke said: “It felt like such an intrusion — such a weird, like, rape of some sort.
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“There was nothing to indicate that this should be tighter or smaller or firmer or newer, especially there.”
Colpoplasty, which is often done for sexual reasons, tightens the vagina and is irreversible.
Brooke said she felt ashamed and kept the unwanted procedure a secret from her husband Chris Henchy, 60, for a long time.
The film star has daughters Rowan, 20, and Grier, 18, with Henchy and last year sparked controversy when she revealed she still shares a bed with them.
She told SiriusXM’s The Jess Cagle Show: “My youngest daughter just turned 18. You know, the moment my husband is on any kind of work trip or goes or something, you know, still sleep in bed with me
“We still watch rom-coms. They are mine babies and they will never be”.
Both Rowan and Grier started college at autumnprompting Brooke to admit that she wasn’t ready to leave the house.
She said: “Yeah, I’ve been avoiding thinking about it because people will say, ‘Oh, you’re going to be so relieved’ and I just don’t see that happening.
“I was like, ‘Well, they’ll still come back,’ and by the way, the cost of living in this city is so prohibitive anyway that it might work in my favor.”
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What is vaginal resuscitation?
Vaginal rejuvenation refers to a variety of procedures aimed at restoring the appearance, function and feel of the vaginal area. These can be either surgical or non-surgical treatments.
Common procedures:
- Laser treatment: Uses laser technology to stimulate collagen production, improve elasticity and enhance lubrication.
- Radio Frequency Therapy: Uses radio frequency energy to tighten vaginal tissues and improve sensation.
- Lipoplasty: A surgical procedure to reshape or change the size of the labia (labia).
- Colpoplasty: Surgical tightening of the vaginal canal.
Benefits:
- Improved vaginal tightness and elasticity
- Enhanced sexual satisfaction and sensation
- Increased lubrication
- Aesthetic improvements
- Reduced urinary incontinence symptoms
Risks and Considerations:
- Potential for infection or scarring
- Possible changes in sensation
- Downtime and recovery period, especially for surgical options
- Cost, as many procedures are not covered by insurance
Who would have thought that:
- Women who experience vaginal relaxation due to childbirth or aging
- Those who are concerned about the appearance of their vaginal area
- People who experience discomfort or pain during intercourse
- Women suffering from urinary incontinence
