Q10. Does circumcision mean that the penis is easier to clean?

A10. People argue that being circumcised means that the penis is less likely to attract germs and bacteria which are a cause of infection.

The reason for this is smegma: the foreskin contains glands which produce smegma which can become trapped beneath the foreskin. This can result in inflammation and infection.

Removal of the foreskin reduces the risk of this happening.

However, following a good hygiene routine which involves rinsing around the penis will help to prevent this. This works equally well for uncircumcised and circumcised men.

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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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