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Does circumcision reduce sensitivity? i read that rigid band and frenulum are most sensitive part of penis. and these are removed during circ.

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No: It's often said that circumcision reduces sexual pleasure, but in three large trials of adult male circumcision in africa to prevent HIV infection, men did not complain of reduced sexual pleasure or sensitivity after the procedure.

Answered 2/22/2016

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Yes and no: Obviously sensitivity is lost in skin removed after circumcision, but glans penis (most sensitive part of penis) is exposed to more friction ; thus more overall sensation when no longer sheathed by foreskin. Frenulum is very sensitive, but not necessarily pleasureable, thus removal during circumcision, which i do, does not adversely affect the subject.

Answered 9/29/2016

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