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  1. Circumcision - Wikipedia

    There are various cultural, social, legal, and ethical views on circumcision. Major medical organizations hold variant views on the strength of circumcision's prophylactic efficacy in …

  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. Top 10 Questions Asked About Circumcision

    4 days ago · Your guide to everything on circumcision including health benefits, risks and what to expect from the procedure.

  4. Circumcision: Benefits, Risks, and Procedure - WebMD

    Nov 9, 2023 · Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, the tissue covering the head (called the glans) of the penis. It's an ancient practice that has its origin in religious rites.

  5. Circumcision - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    What is circumcision? Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, which is the skin that covers the tip of the penis. In some cultures, circumcision is a religious practice or a tradition, …

  6. 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 …

  7. Pros and Cons of Circumcision - Healthline

    May 2, 2025 · Although circumcision is much more common in newborns, adults may also get circumcised. Read on to learn more about how circumcision can affect the appearance of your …

  8. Circumcision: A Parent's Choice - HealthyChildren.org

    Female genital mutilation has sometimes been called female circumcision. However, it has no known medical benefits and causes many known harms, both medical and psychological.

  9. 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 …

  10. Circumcision Video | Genitourinary Videos | Your Practice Online …

    Circumcision is the surgical removal of a hood of skin called the foreskin which covers the tip of the penis. It is a procedure usually performed on a newborn before he gets discharged from …