What is circumcision? Why do you need to circumcise the foreskin? Do all men have to be circumcised? These remain popular questions for men who have never been circumcised before. Most often, they seek experiences or reviews from those who have undergone circumcision to find out how it is, whether circumcision is truly beneficial for health, and to understand that circumcision is not as scary as you might think.
Nowadays, we have modern technology that helps with more advanced tools, making circumcision easier and faster, with much less pain from the surgical wound. Cleaning the male genitalia is something every man should do, ideally as a daily routine. Generally, men use it every day for urination and reproduction.
If you neglect cleaning the genital area, it may cause itching or unpleasant odors. 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 than not being circumcised.
What is the difference between circumcised and uncircumcised?
Generally, circumcision is a medical service that men worldwide can receive, from childhood to adulthood. However, aside from preferences and religious conditions, circumcision is not always suitable for every man.
There are precautions for certain groups of men with specific medical conditions. This makes the decision to circumcise or not something that should be carefully considered. So, let’s get to know this procedure first.
What is circumcision?
Circumcision of the male foreskin (Circumcision) is the removal of the excess foreskin covering the penis to expose the glans, for cleanliness, reducing accumulation from urine, sweat, and secretions.
It reduces the risk of urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases, and treats inflammation of the foreskin, phimosis, and permanent foreskin tears.
Benefits of circumcising the foreskin
Although many men may have concerns about circumcision, it cannot be denied that this procedure has many benefits, such as:
- Easy to clean, no more unpleasant odors
Circumcision exposes the glans, making it easier to clean than for uncircumcised men. It helps reduce sweat, smegma, and germs that cause various diseases, and also reduces unpleasant odors from accumulated smegma due to inadequate cleaning. - Solves many foreskin problems
Besides hygiene and health, circumcision can solve several issues with the glans, such as:- Phimosis
A condition where the foreskin cannot be retracted, making cleaning difficult and causing accumulation, infection, and inflammation. - Torn foreskin
Starts when the foreskin cannot be retracted normally due to insufficient elasticity. Some cases involve tension of the frenulum (the thin band of tissue connecting the glans to the foreskin; some men may lack it due to previous tearing, but many have an intact frenulum). Sexual activity or prolonged tension can cause the tissue to tear, crack, and form wounds. - Foreskin inflammation
Occurs in both children and adults who are uncircumcised or have poor hygiene, causing irritation, redness, swelling, wounds, sometimes pus, lymph, or genital warts. Usually caused by Candida yeast infection, which normally lives in small amounts on the glans but can multiply due to poor hygiene, causing inflammation.
Certain bacteria can also cause inflammation of the glans. If symptoms appear, consult a doctor promptly. Circumcision can reduce all these symptoms.
- Phimosis
- Eliminates urinary tract infections
Circumcision helps reduce inflammation of the urethra by preventing the accumulation of germs and bacteria that cause infections. - Reduces the risk of prostate cancer
As mentioned earlier, circumcision makes it easier to maintain cleanliness, preventing accumulation of dirt on the glans, which health-wise reduces the risk of cancer, especially prostate cancer.
Does circumcision really help reduce premature ejaculation?
Circumcision of the male foreskin can help delay ejaculation by up to 90% because the glans is constantly exposed after the foreskin is removed, causing continuous friction that increases resistance.
During sexual intercourse, it lasts longer because more blood flows to the penis, making it stronger, allowing for prolonged pleasure as desired. It also helps the penis expand further because once the foreskin is removed, nothing obstructs the growth of the organ.
Another important fact is that the male genitalia continue to grow even at an older age. With regular use or longer duration of use, it naturally expands.
Summary: What is circumcision and why circumcise the foreskin?
Why circumcise the foreskin? Readers can clearly see the differences between circumcised and uncircumcised, mostly in cleanliness and health benefits. However, it depends on the individual’s decision whether to undergo circumcision.
If not circumcised, there is no risk of side effects or complications from wounds. But if circumcised, there are benefits in cleanliness and reduced risk of cancer and other serious diseases as mentioned.
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