Although it is a question that most fathers and mothers ask themselves, circumcision is not necessary, however some families perform it for aesthetic reasons, for social or religious reasons and others as a way to avoid infections.
Dr. Robert Núñez, pediatrician, provided a series of answers to the question of whether circumcision is really necessary in boys.
“Over the years we have circumcised many babies. First by prescription and medical recommendation, and the scientific conviction that it was the best for the child’s future, “she posted on her Twitter account.
However, he maintained that it is currently known that it is not necessary to do so, so it is better to leave the protection of the foreskin (skin that covers the tip of the penis and is the one that is cut during surgery) and thus avoid infections, accidents and complications or even problems during the sexual life of adults.
Strongly supported scientific studies have shown that uncircumcised boys have fewer complications and risks. In addition, there are very practical guides, internet access to make hygiene and care of the genital area something very simple in the child’s daily routine, he noted in his publication.
“There are groups in favor attributing better hygiene, higher self-esteem, prevention of risks and infections such as the AIDS or human papilloma virus (HPV) or even greater social, religious and political power in circumcised men. Pediatric associations and most doctors recommend not performing circumcision unless the baby really needs it, thus avoiding an unnecessary surgical and anesthetic procedure,” she stated.
The risks of circumcision in newborns are few, and include:
*Risk of bleeding.
*Risk of infection.
* Pain in the affected area.
The circumcised penis usually takes 7-10 days to heal after the procedure.
* Persistent bleeding.
*Increasing redness around the tip of the penis.
*Fever.
*Signs of infection, such as the presence of vesicles with pus.
*The baby does not urinate normally within 12 hours after circumcision.
The decision on whether it is good to circumcise babies is solely up to the parents, but it should be noted that it is not a necessary medical procedure. The most important thing is to take into account the risks and benefits, as well as religious and family traditions, the pediatrician advised.
Finally, he pointed out that the best person to perform this operation is a pediatric surgeon or a urologist. “It is true that there are some pediatricians who do it, but we suggest you get very well informed before performing the procedure,” she specified.
The decision about whether it is good to circumcise babies is solely up to their parents, but it should be noted that it is NOT a necessary medical procedure. The most important thing is that you take into account the risks and benefits, as well as religious and family traditions.
— Dr. Robert Núñez ?? (@drrobertnunez) April 29, 2022
