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Safe Circumcision | Treatment, Risks, Benefits, Recovery | Dr. Armaghan Ahmed

Safe Circumcision | Treatment, Risks, Benefits, Recovery | Dr. Armaghan Ahmed Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin from a baby’s penis. There are several benefits to circumcision, including a lower risk of diseases like urinary tract infections. Older boys and men get circumcised as well. At any age, the circumcised penis usually heals within a week. What is the foreskin? The foreskin is a piece of skin that covers the round tip of the penis. When a baby is born, the foreskin is completely attached to the penis. Over time, the foreskin separates from the head of the penis and is able to be retracted, or pulled back. Sometimes, the foreskin doesn’t separate when it should and remains tight, a condition called phimosis. Usually, phimosis requires further intervention or circumcision to correct it. When are most circumcisions performed? Typically, circumcisions happen a day or two after birth, in the hospital. It’s best to do it as soon as possible. Delaying the procedure can make it riskier. Who performs a circumcision? A urologist, obstetrician, or pediatrician can do the circumcision on the newborn in the hospital. A healthcare provider can also perform it later, in the office. In a bris, a trained professional called a mohel performs the circumcision. What happens before a circumcision? Your provider may recommend giving the baby some acetaminophen to help with pain relief. In most cases before the procedure, the person doing the circumcision will: Place the baby on his back. Gently restrain the baby’s arms and legs, so his limbs don’t flail during the procedure. Clean his penis. Apply an anesthetic, either an injection or cream, so the baby won’t feel pain. What happens during a circumcision? The person doing the baby’s circumcision: Separates the foreskin from the head of the penis. Uses a scalpel to remove the foreskin. What happens after a circumcision? Immediately after removing the foreskin, the person doing the procedure applies ointment and wraps the penis in gauze. How long does circumcision take? The entire procedure takes approximately 20 minutes. Often, a bris takes less time. Is circumcision painful? Like any surgery, circumcision can cause some pain. But using pain medications and anesthetics can reduce discomfort. These can help both during the procedure and afterward. What are the risks of circumcision? Circumcision is a routine, safe procedure. As with any surgery, there are some risks, though. These include Bleeding. Infection. Reaction to anesthesia. Pain. Cutting the foreskin too long or too short. Irritation on the tip of the penis. Meatitis (inflamed opening of the penis). In rare cases, the foreskin doesn’t heal properly and can adhere to the end of the penis (penile adhesion). If that happens, the child may need a second procedure. How do I take care of my baby’s penis after a circumcision? Your healthcare provider will explain how to take care of the circumcised penis. You’ll need to: Apply Vaseline at each diaper change. Use pain relief your provider recommends, including frequent breastfeeding or medications for infants. Wash the area gently as it heals. If the penis doesn’t seem to be healing correctly or you have concerns, call your healthcare provider. #circumcision #treatment #risks #benefits #recovery #DrArmaghanAhmed