I'm in my early 20s, uncircumcised and
have phimosis (tight, non-retractable
foreskin). I've only been aware of this
for a few months and it hasn't caused me
any major problems in terms of sexual
encounters but I am concerned because I
know phimosis can become problematic if
left alone. It isn't painful or anything
but I will probably require a
circumcision. I've heard of a possible
steroid cream remedy but it might not work
in my case because my foreskin has never
been retractable.
Any advice on what to expect? What should
be done to best aid the healing process
afterwards? Also, granted I'm fully
willing to go ahead with this, would most
doctors refer you for a circumcision
without hesitation? I want to get it over
and done with as soon as possible once I
arrange to see the doctor.
Thanks in advance to any replies.
PS: Sorry if put in the wrong forum.
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Tylanas
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Posted: 01-17-08 22:19pm
From what I have heard, most doctors do
suggest circumcision because it is the
easiest and fastest cure, and because the
stretching methods to cure phimosis are
considered "alternative medicine". However
I've heard of many men on this forum who
have successfully cured rather severe
phimosis this way.
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MiseEire
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Posted: 01-19-08 08:15am
Thanks for your reply. I didn't know the
stretching methods were dismissed by
doctors like that. I should add that I'm
from Ireland so circumcision is much less
common here and doctors may not be in
favour of it as much. I have no problem
getting circumcised. I think women
probably prefer the look of it and it
might allow me to perform better sexually.
In the past I've had some minor problems
involving reaching orgasm due to the lack
of sensitivity.
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fiona05
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Posted: 01-19-08 09:11am
but if you use the stretching methods and
they are successful then your foreskin
will retract once erect so lack of
sensitivity wouldnt be a problem anymore.
i'm from ireland too, i think circumcision
should only be a last resort. i am female
and i personally think uncut is better. so
if you choose to have it done, do it for
yourself, not cos of what you think women
will like.
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Tylanas
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Posted: 01-19-08 10:43am
MiseEire
wrote:
Thanks for your reply. I
didn't know the stretching methods were
dismissed by doctors like that. I should
add that I'm from Ireland so circumcision
is much less common here and doctors may
not be in favour of it as much. I have no
problem getting circumcised. I think women
probably prefer the look of it and it
might allow me to perform better sexually.
In the past I've had some minor problems
involving reaching orgasm due to the lack
of
sensitivity.
Personally I like uncirced penises. They
make sex much more pleasurable for the
woman. Plus, it's how your body is
supposed to be, period. I'm fervently
against female circumcision, and realised
that male circumcision is just as
horrific.
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MiseEire
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Posted: 01-20-08 15:02pm
Male circumcision isn't horrific compared
to female circumcision which can result in
bleeding to death. I honestly feel as
though I would be better off getting it
done. I want to be comfortable with the
appearance of my body. In regards to
sexual performance, yes there is an
argument that an uncircumcised penis is
more stimulating (the foreskin acts like a
ribbed condom to a degree) but I've never
been able to retract so this is irrelevant
to me. Sex is a lot more than just
penetration as well. Half the pleasure is
sensual. Thanks for the replies anyway.
I've been through the pros and cons many
times and think I'm making the best
decision for me.
Incidentally, circumcision seems to have
become a political issue over whether or
not it's invasive to circumcise a child
who has no say in the matter. I'm not in
favour of infant circumcision but in my
case it is to fix a medical condition.
