What are the benefits of circumcision?

The main benefits of circumcision include reducing the risk of infection, improving local hygiene, reducing inflammation, preventing sexually transmitted diseases, and improving the quality of sexual life.

1. Reduce the risk of infection

Circumcision significantly reduces the risk of urinary tract infections and balanitis. After surgery, the glans is directly exposed to the external environment, which reduces the accumulation of smegma and prevents bacterial growth. For men with recurrent urinary tract infections, surgery can reduce the chance of retrograde infection by pathogens passing through the urethra. After surgery, the wound needs to be kept clean and dry, and erythromycin ointment or mupirocin ointment should be used as directed by the doctor to prevent infection.

2. Improve local hygiene

After surgical removal of excess foreskin, the glans and coronal sulcus areas are easier to clean, which can effectively avoid odor and hygiene problems caused by smegma residue. There is no need to deliberately turn up the foreskin during daily cleaning, which is especially suitable for people with limited hygiene conditions or poor self-care ability. In the early postoperative period, you can gently rinse with normal saline and avoid using irritating lotions.

3. Reduce inflammation

For patients with foreskin or phimosis, the incidence of inflammation such as balanitis and balanitis can be significantly reduced after surgery. The original moist environment between the foreskin and glans is prone to breed fungi and bacteria. The surgery eliminates this pathogenic environment. If chronic inflammation exists before surgery, clotrimazole cream or triamcinolone acetonide and econazole cream can be used as auxiliary treatment after surgery.

4. Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases

Clinical studies show that circumcision reduces the risk of sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV and human papillomavirus. After surgery, the degree of keratinization of the glans increases, forming a natural barrier to reduce the invasion of pathogens. This effect is particularly important for people who are sexually active, but protective measures such as the use of condoms still need to be standardized after surgery.

5. Improve the quality of sexual life

Some patients with phimosis or foreskin adhesion can improve erection pain, dyspareunia and other problems after surgery. Sensitivity may gradually adapt after the glans is exposed, helping to prolong sexual intercourse. During the postoperative recovery period, strenuous exercise should be avoided, and sexual life should be prohibited until complete healing. If necessary, lidocaine gel can be used to relieve early sensitivity and discomfort.

After surgery, you need to wear loose cotton underwear to avoid friction and keep the perineum dry and breathable. Eat a light diet, consume more high-quality protein such as fish and eggs to promote wound healing, and limit spicy and irritating foods. Avoid swimming, cycling and other sports within 1 month after surgery, and conduct regular check-ups to observe the healing status. If abnormal bleeding, suppuration or persistent pain occurs, seek medical attention immediately.