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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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Is it too late to get circumcised?
NO! Abraham was circumcised at age 99, so even if you're 100, you can still get it done. Many emigrants of the former Soviet Union get circumcised at all ages since the Soviet atheism was repealed.
Is female circumcision a Muslim practice?
No, its not a practice of Muslims. However the vast majority of victims of this practice, Female Genital mutilation are members of the Muslim religion who by the way also genitally mutilate their boys.
What is the process of female circumcision?
Circumcision is the surgical removal or amputation of the prepuce or foreskin from over the head of the penis. The prepuce or foreskin is a retractable layer of highly enervated flexible skin that has a fine layer of mucosal membrane on the inside designed to protect the penis glans and also enhance the pleasure of sex and masturbation. this organ is the male counterpart of the labia and the mucosal tissue found in the woman. Reasoning behind it being done has always been religious or cultural aside from it being taken up in English speaking country's under the mistaken belief that it would stop boys from masturbating which in turn would cause more then a hundred different diseases. There are no appreciable health benefits from this procedure.
Isn't circumcision mandatory in all 5 branches of the US Military?
NO!!! In the US, the procedure is done mainly for customary or religious reasons. Very few actually has real medical reasons to have it done.
It is good to leave the genitalia intact. 80% of the men of the world are intact and would no more think of having their genital mutilated then having any other part of their body cut of. the the iner mucous membrane of the foreskin protects the glans penis from becoming desensitised by constant friction on underwear, it maintains the the moisture and texture of the mucous membrane that covers the glans itself. it protects the penis against infection , especially in the times when children are not yet toilet trained, it has within it more then 20,000 nerves that play an important roll in sexual pleasure in both intercourse and in masturbation. it play a part in improving the sexual pleasure of the woman during sex. It prevents problems with the lubrication required between male and female sexual union. not to mention the fact that people that are circumcised have a myriad of possibility's of penile dysfunction that would not ever have happened if it had been left alone.
Why is it a pradtice to remove to the foreskin?
If you ask a urologist to do this procedure of circumcision, they will only do it for the following reasons. Since it cannot be done for any other reasons than the following, then these are the only reasons why this procedure should be done. They can do a circumcision if it is oriented upon religious belief. The other reason is for complications from foreskin abnormalities such as a foreskin which cannot be retracted. Your personal preference cannot be a reason, especially reasons pertinent to sexual life or love life. They will otherwise only do it if it can be a cure to a problem with the foreskin like cancer or removal of infections do to a sexually transmitted desease.
How does circumcision prevent penile cancer?
Circumcision does not prevent penile cancer. Cancer still occurs in circumcised men, and in the United States most men with penile cancer are circumcised. However, circumcision might offer a very slight reduction of risk of penile cancer because it removes part of the penis, the foreskin. This slightly reduces the risk because part of the penis, the foreskin, is surgically removed, and since part of the penis is removed, it can't get cancer. There are very good reasons to keep the foreskin though. The foreskin is rich in nerve endings, that provide pleasure during sex, and the foreskin also protects the delicate head of the penis, keeping it moist and sensitive.
Why do boys have to get circumcision?
Sikh Boys Are Not Circumcised!!!
very true, Sikh boys are not circumcised because Sikhs believe in living life the way God made them. No changes, that's why they don't cut their hair and wear turbans, God gave them hair and it was a blessing so the men use the turbans to just keep it under control. God had made men with an uncut penis and they believe who are we to change what he created so they leave as uncut
What does it mean to be circumcised according to the bible?
Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin of the penis. The foreskin is a flap of skin that normally covers the glans (head) of the penis.
Christians don't have any obligation to their religion to mutilate their genitalia through circumcision. It was decided that accepting Christ as their savior and that the sacrifice of Christ added up to circumcision of the heart.
Does circumcision make you infertile?
Circumcision has no effect on the fertility of the man, or in his ability to impregnate a woman.
It can however lead to many penile problems that make the act of sexual intercourse less pleasant and more difficult. reduced sensitivity for example can lead to an inability to reach orgasm which in turn will effect the ability to impregnate as there is nothing being ejaculated to impregnate with. this problem becomes more pronounced as circumcised men age and the glans become more insensitive and hardened.
What did Jesus say about circumcision?
Jesus mentioned circumcision once, to illustrate a point, when talking with the Jews at : John 7:19-24
It was part of life as a Jew, in keeping with the Mosaic Law given to the nation of Israel through Moses, to separate them from the nations.(Leviticus 12:3) Jesus had been circumcised himself, when he was 8 days old, as was the requirement for every faithful Jewish male.(Luke 2:21)(Galatians 4:4)(Genesis 17:10-12)
The requirement for circumcision did not end until after Jesus' death, when he'd perfectly fulfilled the Mosaic Law, and so, ENDED it. (Colossians 3:11; Galatians 3:28) (Colossians 2:13&14)
What are the effects of circumcision for women?
Circumcision has no known medical benefits, and no major medical association recommends routine infant circumcision. Circumcision can have long lasting consequences. Circumcision removes the foreskin, 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 also caries with it serious risks of adverse outcomes including prolonged bleeding, infection, severe pain, and surgical error that can result in damage to the penis. For these reasons most physicians recommend against circumcision. For more information on the functions of the foreskin, see: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_functions_of_the_foreskin
How much does circumcision cost for infants in Arizona?
I am having a baby boy in the next few weeks, so i called the hospital, St. Joes and they told me it would be $82.50 for the procedure and $100 for the doctor, so in total it costs at least at St. Josephs in Tucson, AZ $182.50. without insurance.
Does every boy have to be circumcised?
In the United States, only about 56% of the newborns in 2006 were circumcised. The current trend in the United States is that the circumcision rate is decreasing. In other countries, such as Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia, the circumcision rate is very low, typically on the order of about 10% or less.
Some males have to be circumcised for medical reasons. There is no medical condition that requires circumcision of a newborn. As boys grow up, circumcision may be needed for severe cases of acute balanitus. Generally, phimosis is treated by topical application of a steroid cream and gentle stretching of the prepuce opening.
Is the more male population circumcised?
No Most black males are not circumcised. Worldwide only about 20% of men are circumcised most of these are Muslims and a proportion are Jews there are also small pockets through out other parts of the world where MGM is still practiced. A very small proportion of those that are feel they are doing it for health or cosmetic reasons.
How do you feel about circumcision?
Circumcision is regarded by many to be an unethical procedure that removes parts of a child's genitals without his or her consent. Circumcision of females was once common in Africa and circumcision of males remains common the parts of the United States.
On the other hand, it is easier to keep the penis clean when it is circumcised.
On the other hand , an amputated hans is also easier to keep clean.
Both male and female circumsision are stil common especialy in the midle east. this procedure has no heath associated benefit. It is in fact no more then aviolatoin of human rights as it is done to children. It can unly be seen as a sexual perversion.
Paul was the first Christian to say that Christians may keep their foreskins. 85% of the world is uncircumcised, ie., they have their complete foreskin as they were when they were born. Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains, are forbidden to circumcise as it violates the body. Mormons, Christian Scientists, and the Amish are also forbidden to circumcise or be circumcised. There are even many Jews and Muslims that are uncircumcised, especially in the developed world.
As Paul was a Jew who followed the law, he was circumcised, I am sure.
What is an alternative for circumcision procedure in adults men?
Yes the alternative to male circumcision is auto-circumcision, whereby training the foreskin to stay in a retracted position. Many males do this.
Note rarely some males are born without the appearance of having foreskin though it really is a very short foreskin. Some called this circumcised by an Angel:
Why are some people obsessed with circumcision?
It depends on religious beliefs and personal health and hygiene. The reason circumcisions are done are religious and cultural. The medical reasons for circumcision are extremely rare. never the less many people especially in the USA have been duped by an unscrupulous part of the medical industry into doing this to their children. less then 20% of the wolds men are circumcised.
How much does both child and adult circumcision cost in Rhode Island?
Child circumcision is more expensive since it usually requires general anesthesia. Children will not sit still while needles are injected into the penis and while the doctor cuts of the foreskin off the penis, and so the usual practice is to perform the surgery under general anesthesia, that is with the child asleep. Circumcision is not recommended because it has no known medical benefits, and as a number of serious medical risks including prolonged bleeding, infection, severe pain, and surgical error that can result in damage to the penis. There are also risks of brain damage, injury, and death from complications of the circumcision and from complications of the general anesthesia. For these reasons most physicians recommend against circumcision.
Circumcision is not covered by health insurance since it is not a necessary medical procedure. For a child it will cost between $2,000 and $3,000. For an adult, it will cost between $500 and $1,000.
Many adults wish to avoid circumcision because of the painful recovery and because the man can hot have sex or masturbate for a month following the surgery. 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 very rare in most of the world. Some religious groups, for examples Jews and Muslims, may practice circumcision. In the United States, circumcision is far less common now 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. For more information, see: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_functions_of_the_foreskin
Circumcision (being circumcised) is part of Jewish tradition and religion. All male Jews are to be circumcised as a sign or symbol of their covonent (promise, commitment) to God. Also, it helps with health and cleanliness, as it prevents a bacterial infection from occuring. For more detaied information try http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circumcision .
Why did Moses's wife circumcise their son?
Not all of the children in the Bible were circumcised. Only the boys were.
Circumcision was (and is) a visible sign of the covenant between God and the Jewish people.
I read this in the old testament in the bible. That boys should be circumcised.
Why is it necessary to remove the foreskin in circumcision?
The amputation of the foreskin Is only a religious or cultural activity. The majority of the worlds men are not circumcised. Inn the English speaking country's of the world there is a higher rate of circumcision because it was established during the Victorian era to stop boys from masturbating. However there are virtually no hospitals in the western world that can see any advantage in circumcision. as a matter of fact it is recognized as harmful both physically and mentally.
What is the point in circumcision?
There is no point in circumcision aside from religious marking. the question is best answered by stating what the foreskin is for.
- Protection: Just as the eyelids protect the eyes, the foreskin protects the glans and keeps its surface soft, moist, and sensitive. It also maintains optimal warmth, pH balance, and cleanliness. The glans itself contains no sebaceous glands-glands that produce the sebum, or oil, that moisturizes our skin. The foreskin produces the sebum that maintains proper health of the surface of the glans.Circumcision totally destroys that balance.
- Immunological Defense: The mucous membranes that line all body orifices are the body's first line of immunological defense. Glands in the foreskin produce antibacterial and antiviral proteins such as lysozyme.Lysozyme is also found in tears and mother's milk. Specialized epithelial Langerhans cells, an immune system component, abound in the foreskin's outer surface.13 Plasma cells in the foreskin's mucosal lining secrete immunoglobulins, antibodies that defend against infection.14
- Erogenous Sensitivity: The foreskin is as sensitive as the fingertips or the lips of the mouth. It contains a richer variety and greater concentration of specialized nerve receptors than any other part of the penis.15 These specialized nerve endings can discern motion, subtle changes in temperature, and fine gradations of texture.16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
- Coverage During Erection: As it becomes erect, the penile shaft becomes thicker and longer. The double-layered foreskin provides the skin necessary to accommodate the expanded organ and to allow the penile skin to glide freely, smoothly, and pleasurably over the shaft and glans.
- Self-Stimulating Sexual Functions: The foreskin's double-layered sheath enables the penile shaft skin to glide back and forth over the penile shaft. The foreskin can normally be slipped all the way, or almost all the way, back to the base of the penis, and also slipped forward beyond the glans. This wide range of motion is the mechanism by which the penis and the orgasmic triggers in the foreskin, frenulum, and glans are stimulated.
- Sexual Functions in Intercourse: One of the foreskin's functions is to facilitate smooth, gentle movement between the mucosal surfaces of the two partners during intercourse. The foreskin enables the penis to slip in and out of the vagina nonabrasively inside its own slick sheath of self-lubricating, movable skin. The female is thus stimulated by moving pressure rather than by friction only, as when the male's foreskin is missing.
- The foreskin fosters intimacy between the two partners by enveloping the glans and maintaining it as an internal organ.The sexual experience is enhanced when the foreskin slips back to allow the male's internal organ, the glans, to meet the female's internal organ, the cervix-a moment of supreme intimacy and beauty.
- The foreskin is made to become loose with the proper handling and then when man hood is attained becomes an important part of the and the woman's mans sex life.
The majority of circumcisions are done as a religious rite, a sort of blood sacrifice to god or as a sign of respect to a profit it is also done at times to mark a stage in life where manhood is attained. In English speaking cultures many people were convinced that during the Victorian era that circumcision would curtail masturbation. Masturbation was held responsible by the medical fraternity at the time for being responsible for over a hundred different diseases. Many people simply took their word for it and began with the genital mutilation of their children. this practice went on for more then a hundred years but is no reducing in light of correct medical information being made available to the people of these country's.
Circumcision is performed where the foreskin is too tight to retract over the glans. If the foreskin is forced back it can get stuck and need urgent surgical attention.
"Removal of a healthy body part without medical indication has been viewed as being a violation of the Hippocratic oath, falling under the United Nations' definition of genital mutilation. As such circumcision is seen as being against the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Declaration on the Rights of the Child." - Canadian Medical Assocaition Journal, Volume 152, Number 11, Pages 1873-1876,
June 1, 1995.
In other parts of the World it is still used without concern. Check out the related link below.
