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I'm getting circumsized in october, and i was wondering if this is a dumb idea.. will it look uglier compared to people who've done it right at birth?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Usually no: Usually it will look the same and not be a cosmetic problem after the healing is complete.

Answered 7/28/2014

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A member asked:

I'm getting circumsized in october, and i was wondering if this is a dumb idea.. will it look uglier compared to people who've done it right at birth?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

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