Circumcision
Operation Description
Circumcision is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of part or all of the foreskin (prepuce) covering the glans of the penis. Circumcision is frequently performed in children as phimosis is often congenital in boys.
Circumcision in Adults
Circumcision in adults is carried out for religious, aesthetic, or medical reasons. In cases of severe infections, inflammations, or other foreskin-related issues, a doctor may recommend circumcision as part of medical treatment. This procedure is also performed to prevent and treat serious infections due to urine retention.
Circumcision in Children
Circumcision in children is most commonly done due to the presence of phimosis. Phimosis is the inability to retract the foreskin over the glans of the penis and can be congenital or acquired during the growth and development of male children.
If diagnosed with phimosis, a doctor may recommend circumcision to prevent:
- Infection of the glans (glans)
- Inflammatory infections of the foreskin
- Urine retention after urination
- Paraphimosis, which involves pulling the foreskin over the glans of the penis and being unable to return it to its original position
If you are interested in circumcision surgery, schedule a consultation at +38169 3699801. In the Special Hospital Colić, you will meet with one of the expert doctors specializing in aesthetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, who will discuss your motives and expectations for this procedure and explain all the details.
Candidates
In some cultures and religious traditions, circumcision is performed as a mandatory procedure while men are still young. As for other reasons, ideal candidates may include:
- Men with phimosis
- Men with paraphimosis
- Men who wish to remove the foreskin
- Men diagnosed with an embedded penis
Preparation
Circumcision is performed under local anesthesia, so no special preparation is required. It is recommended to stop taking medications and supplements that affect blood clotting, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, Aleve, diclofenac, aloe vera, and other herbal mixtures, 10 days before the surgery. Additionally, smokers are advised to quit smoking at least one month before the intervention to ensure optimal surgery and recovery.
Operation time
Before starting the circumcision surgery, the genital area is cleaned and sterilized. A special ring or clamp is placed, and the removal of the foreskin begins. The remaining edges of the foreskin are retracted and stitched to prevent bleeding. The duration of the surgery is about 30 minutes.
Recovery
Regarding circumcision, the postoperative course involves mild swelling and redness, as well as the presence of pain and discomfort. After the circumcision procedure is completed, the patient goes home.
Since it takes up to six weeks for the wounds to heal and normal penile function to be restored, sexual intercourse should be avoided throughout this period. This is recommended because achieving an erection can cause pain during recovery and prolong wound healing. Avoiding intense physical activity, pools, and saunas is also advised to reduce the risk of irritation and infection. The doctor will provide advice on penile hygiene after this procedure.
Safety precautions
What is expected after surgical circumcision is mild discomfort when sitting and urinating, mild swelling, and bruising. As with other surgical procedures, complications after circumcision that may occur are infections and bleeding. If preoperative and postoperative doctor's advice is followed, such complications can be completely avoided.
Price
The price of circumcision is ??? euros. The exact price depends on whether only an increase in the length of the penis or only an increase in width, or both, is performed. The services included in the price of the surgery are:
- the surgery itself,
- a short stay in the hospital,
- necessary medications,
- check-ups and dressings in the days after the surgery.
What is not included in the procedure price are the initial examination with the doctor, blood and ECG tests, examinations by a specialist outside the hospital, costs before admission to the hospital, phone costs, and medications that the patient takes at home before or after the procedure.