Circumcision is the skin removal surgery which covers the tip of the penis. This procedure is more common in newborn boys. Circumcision can be carried out at a little later age as well.

Specific communities perform circumcision as a part of a religious ritual.

There are certain health benefits observed, such as:

• Hygiene
  The procedure for cleaning the penis becomes easier and prevents any irritability under the skin.
• Urinary Tract Infections
  The risk of urinary tract infections is low as in case of severe infections would lead to affecting the kidneys.
• Decision taken after discussing surgeon
  • Free hand circumcision 
  • Stapler circumcision

Circumcision Procedure

The newborn circumcision surgery is initially done within ten days of the birth. The child will lay on his back where his arms and legs are restrained. The penis surrounding area is cleansed, and anaesthesia is given in the form of an injection or cream at the base of the penis. A clamp or a ring-like object is attached to the penis, and later, the skin is removed. After the surgery is performed, an antibiotic cream is applied, and the area of surgery is covered by loosely wrapped gauze.

The healing procedure usually takes a week or ten days to heal, and hence it should be seen not to put pressure on the penis area. The treatment and care provided by an expert team of doctors and surgeons at Sanjay Hospital direct the way for a safe and speedy recovery.