How long does it take for circumcision to heal fully? Circumcision is the surgical process in which the foreskin, the fold of skin that covers the head of the penis, is removed. The procedure is conducted for cultural, religious, or personal reasons. It is usually performed on newborn males in the hospital soon after their…
The practice of circumcision is not uncommon though it is more so as infant circumcision. In some countries the practice is thriving as a custom or community-based ritual whereas others choose it for better health and hygiene. Whether it’s for aesthetic concerns or the requirement of a medical condition, adult circumcision as expert treatment is…
The head of the penis is sensitive because it is covered in nerve endings. For arousal and getting an erection, penile sensitivity is essential. However, a hypersensitive penis could cause annoyance and agony. Your sexual life may be affected by an excessively sensitive penis. It may also affect regular activities that are not sexual. Penis…
Phimosis is a medical condition in which the foreskin of the penis is too tight to be pulled back. This condition can be present in men at birth or develop later in life. It causes pain and difficulty while urinating. In severe cases, phimosis can lead to urinary tract infections, foreskin infection, or balanitis. However, to…
A common surgery in males conducted during childhood or later in adulthood is circumcision. The surgery reduces the risk of sexually transmitted illnesses such as human papillomavirus, genital ulcer disease, and HIV infection. Several disorders like infections of the glans and foreskin called balanitis and balanoposthitis, phimosis and paraphimosis are treated by circumcision in elderly…
Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans penis which is the round, sensitive tip of the penis. Balanitis can be painful and cause itching, redness, and swelling. It can affect men of any age but is most common in men over 40, especially with uncircumcision. In severe cases, balanitis can lead to scarring and loss…
Balanitis is a disorder that occurs when a glans penis, or the head of the penis, gets inflamed. This inflammation causes persistent discomfort, tenderness, and swelling in the penis. It gradually becomes a source of great anxiety and humiliation for the individual who is suffering in silence. It is treatable as it primarily affects uncircumcised…
Some people and children who are not circumcised develop phimosis, a disorder of the penis. Your foreskin cannot be pushed back if you have phimosis (retracted). Your penis may appear to have rings around the tip. It’s not always a concern to have phimosis. Only when it produces symptoms does it turns into an issue.…
Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin of the penis, which is the skin that covers the pennis’ head when gently pushed back. When a baby is born, the foreskin is fully attached to the penis. Over time, the foreskin can dislodge from the glans and retract. However, The foreskin may not separate when it…
Circumcision is a medical procedure or surgery that involves the removal of the foreskin from the penis of a male. It is done in male children during their infancy, typically between eight and twelve weeks after they are born. It is performed on boys to prevent infections and reduce the chances of getting sexually transmitted…