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How long does it take a babys circumcision to heal? after my son has his circumcision, how long will it take the wound to heal?

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Dr. James Fergusonanswered

Pediatrics 47 years experience

About a week: Most circumcisions will heal in about a week, depending on the method used. Those done with a plastabell often take a few days longer.

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