Circumcision Myths and Facts:
Circumcision is a procedure that is not opted for by many people. Therefore, there is a lack of knowledge about this procedure among the common people. Here are some of the myths surrounding circumcision and the facts that debunk them:
- Myth: Circumcision is only done for cosmetic purposes:
Fact: While circumcision can be done for cosmetic purposes, it can also be done for other purposes such as the prevention of penile illnesses, maintaining the hygiene of the penis and for religious beliefs.
- Myth: Circumcision has a negative effect on sexual function:
Fact: Circumcision does not affect the ability of a man to get an erection. Being circumcised does not reduce sexual pleasure or function. A circumcised man is as likely to have children as an uncircumcised man.
- Myth: Circumcision should only be done for older boys or men and not infants.
Fact: Teen or adult circumcision is possible, but it is riskier and has a longer recovery period than for young children, and it is more costly. Circumcision provides several benefits for children; prevention of urinary tract infections, prevention of phimosis and other conditions which affect the penis.
Facts about Circumcision:
If you want to get a circumcision, here are some facts that you should be aware of:
- It is a quick procedure:
Circumcision only takes a few minutes. This procedure may be done in a hospital or at your home.
- Recovery time period:
Circumcision has a recovery period of approximately 10 days. After this period your penis will heal.
- There are religious reasons for circumcision:
In Judaism and Islam circumcision is prevalent.
- Hygiene improves from circumcision:
Circumcised penises can be washed and cleaned easier than non-circumcised ones. This reduces the instances of Urinary Tract Infections.
- There are several diseases that are prevented by circumcision:
Phimosis, paraphimosis, balanitis, penile cancer, STIs such as syphilis and HIV are some of the different diseases that circumcision treats.
Circumcision is Safe:
If you are pondering on whether or not to get a circumcision you may be worried about complications. But you can rest assured because only in a small minority of cases does circumcision lead to serious complications. Most people who get circumcised do not suffer complications.
The Chennai Circumcision Clinic has a good reputation for providing clean and safe circumcisions for infant boys, teenagers and adult men. If you want to get a circumcision, then ignore the myths, focus on the facts and come to us.
