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  1. Circumcision - Wikipedia

    Circumcision is undertaken for religious, cultural, social, and medical reasons. [2] It may be medically necessary in cases of phimosis, chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs), [3][4] and …

  2. Circumcision (male) - Mayo Clinic

    Apr 20, 2024 · Circumcision is a surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis, also called the foreskin. The procedure is fairly common for newborn boys in parts of the world, …

  3. Circumcision: Procedure, Benefits, Risks & Recovery

    Circumcision in babies is a very common procedure. The procedure offers many benefits, including making the penis easier to clean and reducing your child’s risk of developing certain …

  4. Circumcision Benefits - MedlinePlus

    Jul 30, 2024 · Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin, the skin that covers the tip of the penis. Read about the medical benefits and risks to circumcision.

  5. Circumcision: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

    May 14, 2025 · Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis. The foreskin is the layer of skin that covers the glans (head of the penis). This procedure can be performed in …

  6. Circumcision: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment - Urology Care ...

    Circumcision is cutting away the skin (“foreskin”) that covers the tip of a baby’s penis. You should talk with your child's doctor about the health risks and benefits, and decide what will work for …

  7. Top 10 Questions Asked About Circumcision

    Dec 12, 2025 · Your guide to everything on circumcision including health benefits, risks and what to expect from the procedure.