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Circumcision

Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin or prepuce from the penis. The majority of circumcisions are done on religious or cultural grounds, while some are done for health reasons.

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Does your penis stay the same after circumcision?

No. when you are born you are born with the Prepuce (foreskin) attached to and covering the entire glans penis. At this stage the penis has not fully developed yet.

The foreskin is there to protect the glans penis and in time will detach from the glans. This usually happens well before puberty. Children that have foreskins have a tendency to fidget and play with the foreskin as it feels good to do so and that is how nature intended it, playing around and kneading the foreskin so to speak helps loosen it from the glans and also makes it more flexible and become able to be retracted right back past the glans thus exposing it and its very sensitive surface. If the foreskin is gone this glans is exposed to the constant friction of underwear rubbing against it which seriously dulls the nervous sensation over time and hardens and dries out its mucosal surface. The foreskin has an inner mucosal ling just like that on the inside of the eyelids and is charged with over 20.000 nerves that make it very pleasant to handle masturbate with and have sexual intercourse with. When the penis is erect and the foreskin still partially covers the glans entry into the vagina is notably more pleasant for the woman. the motion of the man that has the superior sensitivity in both the glans of the penis and the foreskin is gentler shorter and deeper, all attributes that bring orgasm more easily to a woman as well as giving the man a better understanding and control over his own sexual response. The foreskin is made to protect and for pleasure. Without it the penis is converted into a crude bit of equipment that has a myriad of things that can give trouble later on in life. As an aside I would add that if an infant undergoes circumcision the pain is a factor that can traumatise the poor thing and affect him for the rest of his life. Most infant circumcisions are done without anaesthetic because of the risk to the child involved. They are a true horror story.

What does a mohel do?

  • Every Bris Milah must be performed by a properly trained and certified Mohel (Ritual Circumciser).
  • A Mohel is formally trained both in circumcision techniques as well as in Jewish law and tradition.

  • While he certainly must be expert in the latest medically approved surgical and sterilization procedures, being a Mohel requires much more than surgical and medical skill.

  • Jewish law sees the moment of Bris Milah (Brit-Milah) as having a great spiritual impact upon the child. The Mohel, therefore, must be an expert in the way he performs this important mitzvah because if it is not done correctly, the removal of the negative energies is not properly accomplished. It is, therefore, important to choose an Orthodox, G-d-fearing mohel in order to insure that the bris is done to perfection.

  • He must be a G-d fearing practicing, Sabbath observant Jew, who performs the Bris Milah in accordance with the intentions as well as the methods of Jewish law.

  • In this way the Mohel is a specialist in the spiritual aspects as well as the medical aspects of circumcision.

  • A male should perform the bris.

  • If a non-Jew performs the circumcision, the bris is rendered invalid. The reason for this, is that since the bris is to imprint the "act of the covenant", it, therefore, must be performed by a member of the covenant.

  • The way to rectify an invalid circumcision is to do hatafas dam bris - releasing a speck of blood.

  • Once a Mohel has been appointed to perform a bris, one should not afterwards reject him and hire a second Mohel in his place. However, if the second Mohel is a close friend of the family or if he is an exceptionally righteous person, (and it is, therefore, obvious that he would have been chosen in the first place had the family known that he was available), the family may then go ahead and reject its original choice.

  • It is important to stress that bris milah is a religious observance and not a medical procedure. For this reason, one should not use a doctor who is a qualified Mohel to do the bris.

  • Some hold, however, that if the doctor's expertise as a Mohel is apart from his being a doctor, then it would be okay. There are those authorities, however, who have expressed the view that religious doctors should refrain from performing bris milah.

Advise is available. Go to the related link below USA Mohel: Why a Mohel
by Rabbi Nechemia Markovits

Do you have any problem of not having foreskin?

The fforeskin or prepuce is a part of the penis that both protects the sensitivity of the glans of the penis and plays a part in the pleasure of sexual stimulation itself. as well as the sexual pleasure of the woman . it need not be removed and should not be removed. the vast majority of problems experienced with the penis are the result of the effects of circumcising and no medical body's recommend its efficacy in relation to health or hygiene,

Not at all. You've been spared of unnecessary foreskin problems no one needs to deal with.

How much does circumcision surgery cost in Bangalore?

Rs 12,000+ including medication generally. I found lower cost in genesis hospital for circumcision in Bangalore, and more importantly it was also quite painless and no problems. It's really important to have an experienced doctor do it and these guys specialize in circumcision surgery. It was quite worth it since it was very important to me after a lot of looking. Here's the site I think and their contact no. is 984 554 3015:

Is it normal for a circumcised newborn baby to still have foreskin covering his penis head?

No, this is not normal. This is a condition known as "skin bridges". Skin bridges are a common problem hat can happen after circumcision. When the skin tries to heal after circumcision, sometimes it makes a mistake. It grows too much and forms an abnormal skin connection (bridge) between the shaft and the penis head.

If you or your child has one or more skin bridges, it is important to see the doctor who performed the circumsion as soon as possible. Skin bridges can be easily fixed. However, it is important to go to the doctor very soon because skin bridges can continue to grow and get worse.

How much does it cost to get a newborn circumcised?

Circumcision of infants is relatively cheep $400.00 because the mutilation is usually done with no anesthetic at all. Doctors get away with it because babys cant complain.

Circumcision is not covered by health insurance as it is not a medically necessary procedure so you will have to pay for the full cost yourself out of pocket. Circumcision with general anesthesia should cost between $2000 and $3000. This includes the doctor performing the procedure and the anesthesiologist. Circumcision of adults is less expensive, as adults can opt to have only local anesthesia.

Circumcision has no known medical benefit, and most doctors recommend against routine infant circumcision. Circumcision, like all surgeries, has risks of adverse medical events including surgical error, prolonged bleeding, infection, and pain. A permanent decrease in penile sensitivity and sexual pleasure is also common since circumcision removes the foreskin, which protects the sensitive glans (head) of the penis.

Circumcision is extremely rare in the world outside the United States, and even within the United States, the circumcision rate has dropped by more than half. In 1980 over 80% of newborns in the United States were circumcised while in 2007 less than 40% of infants were circumcised.

What countries practice male circumcision?

SInce it is a minority practice, it is better to say first where it is widely practised: the Muslim world, the USA, tribal Africa, the Philippines, among Jews worldwide (Israel of course), South Korea, parts of Melaneisia, eastern Polynesia and among outback Australian aboriginals.

It is very seldom practised in the rest of the world including Europe, South America, Central America, most of Asia and the British Commonwealth.

It was common in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, so older English (in the upper and aspiring middle classes), English-speaking Canadian, South African, Australian and New Zealand men are likely to be circumcised, while younger ones are not. (This huge experiment has demonstrated no benefits of circumcision.)

How is a circumcision done?

Circumcision requires anesthesia, either local or general. The foreskin is then cut off and the remaining edges of the skin are stitched together. The penis is then bandaged. Men may be unable to walk for several days and should wear tight fitting briefs to keep the penis from moving. The procedure can be very painful, especially if erections occur in the days and weeks following surgery. _______________________________________________________________________ I would like to add something. When a circumcision is performed on a baby (this is when it is normally done) there is no anesthesia used at all as using any type of anesthesia on a baby is very risky.

What does circumcision feel like?

Circumcision can be extremely painful, especially in the days following the procedure. It is also extremely painful to get erections for the first few weeks following circumcision. Erections can also rip out the stitches, requiring another surgery. Circumcision caries with it other serious risks of adverse outcomes including prolonged bleeding, infection, and surgical error that can result in damage to the penis. For these reasons most physicians recommend against circumcision. Circumcision can have long lasting consequences. Circumcision removes a normal part of the penis that functions to protect the glans of the penis. Removal of the foreskin can cause decreased sensitivity of the penis and decreased pleasure during sexual intercourse. This is yet another reason why circumcision is becoming increasingly uncommon. Circumcision is far less common now in the United States than it once was. During the 1970s and 1980, around 80% of male infants were circumcised in the United States. A study conducted in the United States from 2005-2007 found that circumcision rates had fallen to below 40% in most of the United States. In the western United States, fewer than 25% of infant males were circumcised in 2005-2007.

What culture does not circumcise baby boys?

It would be more simple to say what culture does. circumcision is carried out by Jews Muslims and some other religions. it is also done to a reducing degree in English speaking cultures. Europeans the Chinese most of south East Asia Africa South America do not indulge in this form of genital mutilation.

How soon can your 9 year old swim after a circumcision?

Well it depends because not all bodies are the same at the same age. If you are healthy then it would help you fast better and paddle more (practise as well) thank you x

Does getting circumcised hurt?

Yes, getting circumcised hurts. Circumcision in boys and adults has a very painful two to three week recovery period following the surgery. Even in the best recovery, you can expect severe pain, especially if you happen to get an erection any time in the first two weeks.

Newborn infants are circumcised without anesthesia. During the surgery they are strapped down to a special table, and without any numbing or anesthesia, the foreskin is cut off. Newborn infants have full sensation, just like adults. Circumcision, like any surgery, also has risks of adverse medical events including surgical error, infection, prolonged bleeding, and of course severe pain.

How long does circumcision take to heal?

That depends on the individual male. It's usually a few weeks to a month.

What is the importance of Circumcision to the different religions?

To enter into the covenant of Abraham. Jewish boys are circumcised when they are 8 days old because that is the specification in the Torah.

Vayikra (Leviticus) 12:3

"And on the eighth day, the flesh of his foreskin shall be circumcised."

The significance of circumcision is outlined in the verses below. Essentially, a male Jew who isn't circumcised isn't allowed to participate in a large part of Jewish life and ritual.

Bereishit (Genesis) 17:9-14

"And HaShem said to Abraham, "And you shall keep My covenant, you and your seed after you throughout their generations. This is My covenant, which you shall observe between Me and between you and between your seed after you, that every male among you be circumcised. And you shall circumcise the flesh of your foreskin, and it shall be as the sign of a covenant between Me and between you. And at the age of eight days, every male shall be circumcised to you throughout your generations, one that is born in the house, or one that is purchased with money, from any foreigner, who is not of your seed. Those born in the house and those purchased for money shall be circumcised, and My covenant shall be in your flesh as an everlasting covenant. And an uncircumcised male, who will not circumcise the flesh of his foreskin-that soul will be cut off from its people; he has broken My covenant."

Which instrument is used for a Jewish circumcision?

The instrument used in a Jewish circumcision is a device called a Jewish Shield.

What is it called when man cut off his penis?

A vasectomy, is internal cutting for birth control. Cutting the exterior (foreskin), is called circumcision.

How do you get rid of foreskin?

It isn't natural to remove your foreskin, That would be like saying how can you remove your eyelids or arm naturally. You are born with a prepuce (foreskin) because it firstly it protects the sensitive glans penis while you are growing up. By the time you reach puberty normally your foreskin should be able to be pulled back (retracted) to expose the glans penis (your bell end or knob end) especially when you get an erection or when you need to wash beneath it (which you should do at least once a day). the foreskin also plays an important part in sexual intercourse and in masturbation as it is also a very sensitive piece if equipment. If your foreskin is very tight and will not retract you may need to do some foreskin stretching exercises and as a last resort see a doctor that understands the value of the foreskin.

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The foreskin is an important part of the penis, it contains thousands of Meissner corpuscles which greatly add to the pleasures of masturbation and sex (which is why religious people want to cut it off, to spoil sex). It also protects the delicate glans from drying out and rubbing on your underwear and becoming numbed. Lastly, it allows a gliding movement which makes intercourse much nicer and comfortable for the woman.

When washing your penis do not use soap, it is too drying. If your foreskin is so tight that you cannot retract it when erect, in most cases the opening can be enlarged without surgery, with a cream and some manual stretching. Don't let a doctor cut any part off, except as a last resort.

Are all converted men jews circumcised?

The vast majority of Jewish males are circumcised. It is usually done on the eighth day after birth.

However, there are a small number of Jews who are NOT circumcised. Two new anti-circumcision Jewish organizations called Brit Shalom and Jews Against Circumcision have come into existence, and there are SOME synagogues - mostly Reform - that "allow" this. These groups represent a small fringe group of Jews, mostly non-religious Jews.

Another example is in the former Communist Soviet Union, the practice of all religions - including Judaism - was banned, so no boys and men could be circumcised. After the end of Communism, most Jews returned to practicing the faith, and many of these boys and men were uncircumcised. However, many of those who escaped to countries with freedom of religion chose to be circumcised. Today, many Jewish men who have moved from Russia to Israel have chosen to be circumcised too.

Will your penis get bigger if you get circumcised?

No It does not have any effect on the growth of the penis at all. as it does not restrict the space it has to grow in. the foreskin grows itself in any case and is made from a form of tissue that is able to stretch a great deal more then the size any penis would grow too.

I believe it would, seeing as it would give it more room to grow.

What is the tool used by a mohel during a circumcision?

There are many different tools used. All circumcisions require some type of cutting device, typical a scalpel. Besides that, there are many tools. These include the Gomco Camp, Jewish Shield, Mogen Clamp, Plastibell and many others.

Why is it better to be circumcised?

The foreskin works in a number of ways to increase the sensitivity of the penis and the pleasure felt during sexual intercourse. These include the following:

  • The foreskin functions to protect the sensitive glans (head) of the penis, keeping it moist and protecting it from rubbing against clothing, which can slowly desensitize the glans.
  • The foreskin itself is also very sensitive and rich with nerve endings, making it very sensitive to stimulation. The inner foreskin and frenulum are the more sensitive parts of the foreskin.

Can you have a salt bath after circumcision?

You need to keep the area as clean and DRY as possible until healed