Q11. Is circumcision needed?

A11. That is a debatable question. Circumcision is considered to be a controversial subject that attracts an equal number of supporters and detractors alike.

Supporters of this practice cite religious and cultural reasons as well as claiming that it prevents certain diseases and is more hygienic.

Opponents of circumcision argue that it is an outdated and unnecessary practice which has physical and psychological side effects.

The decision of whether to have circumcision is a matter of personal choice.

Find out more in circumcise or not to circumcise? section.

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Circumcision FAQs

1. What is circumcision?
2. Can men be circumcised?
3. Is circumcision only performed for religious reasons?
4. Is circumcision painful?
5. Are only boys and men circumcised?
6. What is female circumcision?
7. Should I have my son circumcised?
8. Will having a circumcision affect my sex life?
9. How safe is circumcision?
10. Does circumcision mean that the penis is easier to clean?
11. Is circumcision needed?
12. Is circumcision needed if my son’s foreskin doesn’t retract?

13. Does circumcision protect you against disease?
14. What is ‘frenulum breve?’
15. What is ‘phimosis?’
16. What is ‘paraphimosis?
17. What is ‘balanitis?’
18. What does the surgery involve?
19. How long does circumcision take?
20. What are the risks of circumcision?
21. How long does the recovery take?
22. Will I have to take time off work?
23. When can my son return to school following his circumcision?
24. Can a circumcision be reversed?
25. Why is circumcision so controversial?

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