Question 1

for what reasons do you perform circumcisions?

Accepted Answer

Because you ask: Circumcisions are a personal choice common to various religious or cultural practices. They are common to some parts of the world and not other. They are simple and heal rapidly in newborns but become problamatic as you get older. There are some supportive data on uti's & std's. In the end it is a matter of personal choice.

Question 2

is it possible to have emergency circumcisions?

Accepted Answer

Circumcision: Circumcision would only be done on an urgent basis if paraphimosis was present.
This happens when the foreskin gets trapped in the rolled back position and swells to the point of compromising the glans penis circulation.  Sometimes a dorsal slit is done as a temporary relief to the strangulation.

Question 3

what is the prevailing opinion on getting circumcisions?

Accepted Answer

Both for ; against: I circumcise after informing parents or older child of benefits and risks because it's my job.Circumcisions are performed for religious reasons or because many think it more hygienic.It is if you don't wash.Others have it done to prevent future problems with a tight foreskin (phimosis)others have it done after episodes of balanitis (inflammation of penile glans), esthetics, premature ejaculations.

Question 4

what is circumcision for?

Accepted Answer

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 5

can circumcision go wrong?

Accepted Answer

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 6

how can circumcision be done?

Accepted Answer

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 7

is circumcision more healthy?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

how important is circumcision?

Accepted Answer

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 9

are most men have circumcised?

Accepted Answer

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 10

can getting circumcised hurt ?

Accepted Answer

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.

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