Why do you have to wait 6 weeks after circumcision?

Newly circumcised men are counseled to abstain from sex for at least six weeks, as the unhealed wound provides a route for transmission of HIV; however, data from the three trials indicate that some men ignore this recommendation.
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How long after circumcision can you wipe?

We don't recommend bathing for 48 hours or so after circumcision, but after that, the penis can be cleaned gently with soap and water. In the first few days, be sure to clean around the anus and scrotum with a wipe or wet cloth. Usually the scrotum blocks the penis from getting soiled.
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How do you know when circumcision is fully healed?

The tenderness should be much less by day 3. The scab at the incision line comes off in 7 to 10 days. If a Plastibell (plastic ring) was used, it should fall off by 14 days. 10 days is the average.
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What helps circumcision heal faster?

Incision care

Wash the area daily with warm water and pat it dry. Don't use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. You may cover the area with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and gauze bandage if it weeps or rubs against clothing. Change the bandage every day.
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How long do you have to push back skin after circumcision?

The foreskin won't pull back for at least the first 6 months. It may take as long as several years. Don't force it. Pulling the foreskin back too early can damage it and cause scar tissue to form.
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How long should Vaseline be used after circumcision?

It is prudent to apply the petroleum jelly on glans and meatal area of circumcised boys after each diaper change for 6 months post-circumcision.
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What should a healed circumcision look like?

It is normal for the glans to be beefy red, eventually healing to a purple/red/blue color.
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How do I not get hard after circumcision?

If you get an erection in the healing period just after your procedure it will be painful. It is therefore better if you avoid anything that might lead to an erection. You can put something cold, like an icepack, on your groin to help the erection go away.
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How often should I change diaper after circumcision?

It may take about seven to 10 days before the circumcised area is completely healed.
  1. Change your baby's diaper as soon as it is dirty.
  2. The gauze dressing should be changed with each diaper change.
  3. To prevent infection, be sure to wash your hands before and after you change the gauze.
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How long should I give my baby Tylenol after circumcision?

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We suggest you use acetaminophen (Tylenol/Tempra) regularly for the first 24 hours. He may need some on the second day as well. Every baby is different. By the third day, the Tylenol can be stopped.
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Why is my foreskin still attached after circumcision?

With non-vascularized adhesions the foreskin naturally adheres to the head/glans of the penis and sometimes happens again after circumcision. This type of adhesion often resolves without treatment because of natural exfoliation of the skin.
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What not to do after circumcision?

Pat the cut (incision) dry. You may also take short baths if you wish. Avoid strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, for 4 weeks or until your doctor says it is okay. You can return to work and normal activities, including driving, when you are comfortable doing them.
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What food is not allowed after circumcision?

Hence, it is best to avoid processed foods with artificial ingredients after circumcision. Therefore, avoid eating too many cakes, pastries, and cookies. Junk foods- Junk foods also are quite low in fibers, minerals, and vitamins.
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What food not to eat after circumcision?

After the anaesthetic, your child can start eating a light diet such as sandwiches, pasta, soup or jelly. Avoid fatty or junk food.
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How do you clean a diaper after circumcision?

This is the most important rule of newborn circumcision care: At every diaper change, gently clean the area and wipe away any bits of poop you may see. Use warm water and gauze and let it air-dry, which will help prevent irritation.
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How long do you put gauze and Vaseline after circumcision?

Don't wipe it away. Use a Vaseline and gauze bandage every diaper change for 1-to-2 days.
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What should you not do after circumcision?

The doctors also recommend the patient to avoid sexual intercourse for 5-6 days. The patient can take a shower when the bandage is removed. Usually, the person can take a shower on the next day in the case of laser circumcision.
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What happens if you mess up a circumcision?

While incidents of injury resulting from the circumcision procedure are rare, surgical errors do occur and the severity can range from excessive bleeding to significant tissue loss, and even partial amputation. A botched circumcision can have life-long effects ranging from deformities to pain and erectile dysfunction.
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What does an infected circumcision look like?

discharge that includes pus (cloudy, yellowish/white, foul-smelling fluid) hot skin and/or spreading redness around the wound site. fever.
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Why is my son's foreskin attached to the head after circumcision?

With non-vascularized adhesions the foreskin naturally adheres to the head/glans of the penis and sometimes happens again after circumcision. This type of adhesion often resolves without treatment because of natural exfoliation of the skin.
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Can circumcised skin grow back?

Foreskin restoration is something that you can do if you were circumcised as a child. It is a method or practice to regrow your foreskin. There are a few different options for foreskin restoration including surgery and skin stretching tools.
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What is the white stuff on circumcised baby?

It's common for a milky white substance (called smegma) to gather under the foreskin. This is made of dead skin cells and natural secretions. It's nothing to worry about. If your son is circumcised, moisten the front of the nappy with petroleum jelly or pawpaw cream.
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What is the white stuff around circumcision?

Smegma is a harmless combination of oils, skin cells, sweat and other fluids that accumulate around your genitals. It looks like crumbly cheese and usually has a foul odor. The best way to prevent and treat smegma is to regularly wash your genitals and the surrounding areas with soap and clean water.
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How often is a circumcision botched?

The reported surgical complication rate is quite low (between 2 to 3 percent), and most of those are minor post-operative bleeding. The most common complication is that not enough foreskin is removed, leading parents to request an operative circumcision revision.
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