What Are The Benefits of Circumcision?

More and more parents are choosing circumcision for their children and some of the most frequently cited benefits are going to be explored below. But know that circumcision is ultimately a personal choice, so if you would like to become more informed about the subject you can always turn to your local Rancho Mirage, CA, pediatrician, so reach out to Dr. Art Quintanilla of Rancho Mirage Pediatrics to learn more.

Benefits

Many parents who opt for having their children circumcised do so because it's part of their tradition or other just as important social reasons, and for these families, those reasons alone could be the most important benefits of the procedure. Circumcision is not medically necessary although it can potentially provide some medical benefits.

Considerations

Circumcision involves the removal of the fold of skin at the end of the penis, called the foreskin. It is a procedure often performed at birth that reduces the risk of certain sexually transmitted diseases, and some medical conditions, and that can be easier to clean. Improved hygiene is what's often attributed as the reason for many of the above-mentioned benefits.

Prevention

The medical reasons for circumcision in older children and adults can include health conditions such as balanitis, balanoposthitis, paraphimosis, and phimosis, which can make it difficult to retract the foreskin and can lead to complications. Circumcision at this later age can be a more complicated procedure, namely the need for general anesthesia, it's why most opt for it to be done shortly after birth. These conditions are rare but it's an important benefit to keep in mind, performing a circumcision early on to avoid having to undergo it when they're older.

Circumcision in Rancho Mirage, CA

If you have been considering circumcision for your child and want to have your questions answered by a professional in person you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Quintanilla of Rancho Mirage Pediatrics in Rancho Mirage, CA by dialing (760) 770-0000.