Is circumcision really good? Is circumcision better than not being circumcised? This remains a popular question for men who have never been circumcised before.
Most often, they tend to ask for experiences or look for reviews from those who have been circumcised about how it is. Is circumcision really good for health? How many days does it take to heal? Where is the best place to get circumcised? What is the price of circumcision…
Today, the doctor will provide answers about circumcision for many men who are deciding and still concerned about this matter, explaining how circumcision is more beneficial and not as scary as you think.
Because nowadays we have modern technology that helps with more advanced tools, making circumcision easier and faster, including much less painful surgical wounds.
Cleaning the male genitalia is something every man should do, ideally as a daily routine. Generally, men use it every day to urinate as well as for reproduction. Neglecting to clean the genital area can cause itching or unpleasant odors. For those who are not circumcised, the genital area under the foreskin should be cleaned regularly with clean water and mild soap.
Contents of this article
- Is circumcision really good?
- Which type of circumcision is better?
- Advantages of bloodless circumcision
- How is the titanium bloodless circumcision better?
- How many days does bloodless circumcision take to heal?
Circumcision is a surgery to remove excess foreskin of the male genitalia to expose the glans, making it easier to clean. It can wash away dirt from secretions such as sweat stains and urine residue accumulated under the foreskin, which is a breeding ground for germs.
It helps reduce the risk of cancer and various diseases of the genitalia, as well as preventing potential health problems in the future. It can be done at any age, from newborns to adults and the elderly.
Is circumcision really good? Why should you get circumcised?
- Helps maintain hygiene more easily. Circumcision of the male genital glans makes cleaning easier.
- Reduces the risk of urinary tract infections. Normally, men have a lower risk of urinary tract infections, but it is more common in men who are not circumcised. Infections from circumcision are generally mild initially but can lead to kidney problems later.
- Reduces the risk of sexually transmitted infections. Men who are circumcised tend to have a lower risk of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, compared to uncircumcised men. However, proper protection such as condoms is still the most important method to prevent infections.
- Prevents potential problems with the male genitalia. In some cases, a tight foreskin that cannot be retracted may lead to infections of the foreskin or glans.
- Reduces the risk of penile cancer. Although penile cancer is very rare, it occurs even less in men who have been circumcised. Additionally, women who have sexual relations with circumcised men have a lower risk of cervical cancer.
Which type of circumcision is better?
Besides using blades/electric tools and lasers, another popular method is bloodless circumcision or Staple Circumcision. This involves using an automatic cutting tool that can stop bleeding and remove the foreskin simultaneously without the need for stitches, resulting in a neat wound, no bleeding during circumcision, and less pain compared to traditional circumcision.
Advantages of bloodless circumcision
Bloodless circumcision has many interesting advantages and is superior to traditional foreskin circumcision in several ways, such as:
1. Reduces the chance of wound inflammation or infection because the device cuts and immediately closes the wound without opening it and causing bleeding before stitching like traditional techniques, which carry a higher risk of side effects.
2. The wound line is more beautiful with almost no visible cut or stitch marks like the old technique, and it also makes wound cleaning easier.
3. Reduces wound pain better because it is not a deep cutting surgery like traditional methods, so the skin is less sore.
4. The wound heals quickly without long recovery time, usually drying and healing within 1 week.
5. The surgery takes a short time, about 15-20 minutes.
6. There are various sizes of devices available to accommodate patients from 4 years old to adults.
7. It maintains effective protection against infections and genital hygiene almost as well as traditional surgery.
Importantly, our Eternityclinic also offers the titanium model of bloodless circumcision, which is currently recognized as the best technique.
How is the titanium bloodless circumcision better?
First, it should be explained that the traditional circumcision staples use stainless steel 318 or medical-grade staples. Because they are stainless steel, the staples need to be wider, which increases the chance of hitting blood vessels and causing bleeding.
Of course, it may not be 100% bloodless, but with extensive experience using these, the doctor has become skilled and has noticed many drawbacks. The titanium staple model is designed with smaller staples. Titanium metal is known for its high strength, allowing the staples to be smaller.
Additionally, silicone is added, which has the advantage that when the staple passes through tissue and possibly hits a blood vessel, the silicone pad helps compress and stop the bleeding.
Therefore, the small wound from the staple needle combined with the silicone reinforcement makes bleeding control much tighter, almost 100%. This technique greatly reduces the chance of bleeding after surgery or needing additional stitches.
How many days does bloodless circumcision take to heal?
Previously, one had to wait for the wound to dry completely, about 5-7 days. But now, innovations allow the wound to stay dry and water-resistant. It can be bathed two or three days after surgery. The titanium bloodless circumcision combined with Dr. Beer’s special technique allows bathing almost immediately after the wound dries.
It can be seen that bloodless circumcision has clear advantages, especially the short time required—usually no more than 5-10 minutes—and the resulting wound is smooth and neat due to special tools that effectively stop bleeding and orderly stitching. Importantly, post-operative wound care and cleaning are relatively easy, allowing a quicker return to normal life.
Therefore, any men interested and seeking advice before deciding can contact and consult directly with “Dr. Beer.”
