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If you get circumcised as adult, do you still get the same health benefits as if you were cirumcised at birth?

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Dr. Sabry Mansour answered

Specializes in Urology

Some: Yes, mainly in that you would be less likely to harbor diseases/viruses that can be transmitted. The chance of penis cancer is low regardless. HOWEVER, unless there are problems with being uncircumcised (such as infections, irritation, pain, etc), I dont think you need it at this point in your like.

Answered 10/17/2018

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