Circumcision is one of the oldest operations known to mankind.

The prepuce or the foreskin, which covers the tip of the penis, is removed during a circumcision. The procedure does not exceed ten minutes and is done under the effect of a local anesthetic.

In western countries, like the United States, circumcision is performed surgically within the first two days of birth of a male child. It is risky when carried out in a baby older than two months or when performed on boys or adult men.

There are several reasons for doing circumcision.

As a treatment: In true Phimosis.

As a preventive step:In children with recurrent urine infections (circumcision reduces the risk of cancer penis, sexually transmitted disease).

For religious reasons: In Muslims and Jews.

Social reasons: ‘to look like Daddy!’; 'to look like brother'.

As a routine: In some countries circumcision is performed routinely.