Question 1

what is circumcision for?

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Circumcision: Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, a small flap of skin that covers the tip of the penis, generally performed in the days after birth. Examination of scientific studies between 1995 and now shows links between circumcision and decreased risks for urinary tract infections, some kinds of cancer, hpv, hiv, and other sexually transmitted diseases. There is a preventative effect.

Question 2

can circumcision go wrong?

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Life Is Uncertain: Can {fill in the blank} go wrong?  Yes, of course.  All procedures have a risk of complications.  Just like there is a risk of having a car accident while driving a familiar route.  Circumcision is a generally safe, easy procedure.  But sometimes the unexpected can happen.

Question 3

how can circumcision be done?

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Depends on variables: For newborns the boy is positioned on a restraint.The area is anesthetized with a local and sanitized with an antiseptic.The foreskin is cut open along the top and a metal clamp is applied that protects the glans and defines the limit of the circular cut.The excess foreskin is cut and removed, the clamp is then removed and the site covered with vasaline and gauze.Other methods are also used.

Question 4

is circumcision more healthy?

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Circ: Very controversial, many believe cleaner...Some data showing lower rates of HIV transmission....No clear answer.

Question 5

how important is circumcision?

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Here are some ...: Circumcision, like any surgery, is the last resort of taking care of recurrent chronic / acute inflammation from infection or poor hygiene which has failed to respond to conservative topical Rx / care. It can be done under local, usually with good outcome and help to solve the bother from long tight foreskin. More? Ask Doc timely.

Question 6

are most men have circumcised?

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Varies: In the us circumcision is commonplace, 65-80 %, france 30%, australia 30%, great britain 10% (not covered by national health insurance). There is data suggesting increased life risks of UTI & std if not & i remember it being the most requested elective surgery among young enlisted men during my navy years. If it is done at all it is easiest and heals quickest in newborns.

Question 7

can getting circumcised hurt ?

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Yes, of course: After all it's surgery. The amount of pain will vary depending upon the surgeon and the patient. Talk w/your doctor and get your questions answered before surgery.

Question 8

what is circumcision revision?

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Corrective surgery: A circumcision revision is a procedure done after a circumcision (removal of foreskin) to correct a problem with the original procedure.  This can include a cosmetic issue with the appearance or leaving too much of the foreskin behind after circumcision.  It is important to consider whether or not the appearance is truly that bad as another surgery may not always improve the results.

Question 9

circumcision okay at older age?

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Any age: If foreskin is tight (phimosis) or you change your religion.

Question 10

is circumcision right for boys ?

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Preventative if any: Circ rates run 0-80% depending on cultural, religious& healthcare practices around the world. The only males with uti's i've treated in 3 decades were uncircumcised & often <2mo old. You'll never have a trapped glans(paraphimosis) or cancer of the removed area. In the end, its more cultural than need.I view it similar to piercing ears but with a few potential health benefits.

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