Foreskin advantage.
20 good reasons against the circumcision!
1. Full penis length and circumference. The "prepuce" (foreskin) constitutes 50% or more of the skin system of the penis. If unfolded and spread flat, the average adult foreskin measures 60-90 square centimeters (10-14 square inches), or about the size of an index card. The foreskin creates a visible longer penis, especially when the foreskin extends beyond the head of the penis. Also, the double-layered tissue of the foreskin engorges with blood during erection and creates a visibly and sensually thicker shaft and glans.When the engorged foreskin retracts behind the coronal ridge of the glans, it often creates a wider and more pronounced "ridge" that many partners find especially stimulating during penetrative intercourse. The circumcised penis appears truncated and thinner than a full-sized intact penis.
2. Protection. The sleeve of tissue known as the foreskin normally covers the glans and protects it from abrasion, drying, callusing (keratinization), and environmental contaminants. The glans is intended by nature to be a protected internal organ, like the female clitoris. The effect of an exposed glans and resulting keratinization on human sexual response has never been studied. Increasing reports by circumcised men indicate that keratinization causes a loss of sexual sensation, pleasure and fulfillment.
3. Ridged bands. The inner foreskin contains bands of densely innervated, sexually responsive tissue. They constitute a primary erogenous zone of the human penis and are important for realizing the fullness and intensity of sexual response.
4. Gliding action. The foreskin is the only moving part of the penis. During any sexual activity, the foreskin and glans work in unison; their mutual interaction creates a complete sexual response. In heterosexual intercourse, the non-abrasive gliding of the penis in and out of itself within the vagina facilitates smooth and pleasurable intercourse for both partners. Without this gliding action, the corona of the circumcised penis can function as a one-way valve, dragging vaginal lubricants out into the drying air and making artificial lubricants essential for non-painful intercourse.
5. Specialized sensory tissue. In addition to the "ridged bands" mentioned above, thousands of coiled fine-touch receptors (Meissner’s corpuscles) constitute the most important sensory component of the penis. The foreskin contains branches of the dorsal nerve and between 10,000 and 20,000 specialized erotogenic nerve endings of several types, which are capable of sensing slight motion and stretch, subtle changes in temperature, and fine gradations in texture.
6. The frenulum. This is a highly nerve-laden web of tissue that tethers the inner foreskin to the underside of the glans. It is similar to the frenula found under the tongue, the upper lip and the clitoral hood (female foreskin). For many intact men, the penile frenulum is a male "G-spot" that is highly pleasurable when repeatedly stretched and relaxed during sexual activity. Depending on the surgical method used, the frenulum is partially to completely destroyed by circumcision.
7. Proper blood flow. The foreskin contains several feet of blood vessels, including the frenular artery and branches of the dorsal artery. The loss of this rich vascularization interrupts normal blood flow to the shaft and glans of the penis, damaging the natural function of the penis and altering its development.
8. Immunological defense. The soft mucosa of the inner foreskin produces plasma cells, which secrete immunoglobulin antibodies, and antibacterial and antiviral proteins, such as the pathogen-killing enzyme called lysozyme. All of the human mucosa (the linings of the mouth, eyelids, vagina, foreskin and an.us) are the body's first line of defense against disease. This benefit of the foreskin could be one possible explanation why intact men are at lower risk of chlamydia and other sexually transmitted diseases.
9. Langerhans cells. These specialized epithelial cells are a component of the immune system and may play a role in protecting the penis from sexually transmitted infections such as HIV (AIDS).
10. Proper lymph flow. The foreskin contains lymphatic vessels, which are necessary for proper lymph flow and immunological functioning.
11. Estrogen receptors. The foreskin contains estrogen receptors, whose purpose is not yet fully understood and needs further study.
12. Apocrine glands. These glands produce pheromones, nature’s invisible yet compelling signals to potential sexual partners. The effect of their absence on human sexual behavior has never been studied.
13. Sebaceous glands. The oils produced by these glands lubricate and moisturize the foreskin and glans, so that the two structures function together smoothly.
14. Dartos fascia. This is a smooth muscle sheath that underlies the scrotum, the entire penis and the tip of the foreskin. It is necessary for proper temperature regulation of the genitals (causing these structures to elongate in the heat and shrink in the cold). Approximately half of the Dartos fascia is destroyed by circumcision.
15. Natural texture and coloration of the glans. In the intact penis, the glans normally appears moist, shiney, and pinkish-red to dark purple. These visual cues often attract and excite a sexual partner. The glans of a circumcised penis is dry, rough and often light pink to bluish-gray in color.
16. Zero risk of serious infection or surgical injury. Unfortunate boys who suffer botched circumcisions lose part or all of their penis from surgical mishap or subsequent infection. They are often "sexually reassigned" by castration and "transgender surgery." They are relegated to a life of hormone therapy and are compelled to live their lives as pseudo-females, the success of which has never been fully assessed.
17. Zero risk of death from surgery. Every year boy die from the complications of circumcision, a fact that the American circumcision industry ignores, obscures, or downplays.
18. Zero risk of delayed or diminished maternal bonding. Circumcision, even if anesthesia is used, causes unavoidable operative trauma and post-operative pain that has been shown to disrupt bonding with the mother, which in turn interferes with the first developmental task of every human, that of trust (trust in human contact, in personal safety, etc).
19. Electromagnetic "cross-communication." Anecdotal reports suggest that, without the mucosa of its foreskin, the penis lacks the capacity for the subtle electromagentic energy transfer that occurs during contact between two mucous membranes (the vaginal walls and the exposed inner lining of the foreskin). Such contact contributes to the full experience of sexual pleasure. These reports deserve further scientific study.
20. The foreskin is necessary for optimal health and well-being of the male, as well as contributing to fulfillment in his sexual relationships.
OKAY??
2006-08-07 02:56:31
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answered by whole_feelings 7
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To put it simply, not usually. Here's the reasoning.
Circumcision will remove many nerve endings found in the foreskin, thereby diminishing sensation. Sensitivity is a different thing as that's more subjective from person to person. Circumcision, especially infant circumcision, can provide problems of its own as it IS a surgical operation. The complication rate ranges somewhere between 1-10%, from excessive bleeding to local infections to skin bridges to things much worse (albeit extremely rare). Sometimes the circumcision can even be too tight or too loose, warranting painful erections or a desire to get re-circumcised.
If a foreskin is working normally, is kept clean daily, isn't being abused raw, then it should be better. There are many malign myths surrounding the foreskin, the most common one being it's gross and unclean. It's actually VERY easy to keep clean and someone who's uncircumcised and keeps clean won't have a higher rate of infection there than a person who's circumcised. It's stated that circumcision reduces UTIs during the first year of life, from like 1 in 100 to 1 in 1000. Still, with a complication rate of 1-10%, even it's at 1%, the complications will negate that benefit.
So the only time a circumcised penis is better is if the foreskin isn't working properly. It could be an extremely tight and painful phimosis, where the opening of the foreskin is too small, or recurrent infections (it happens in some people). But these are on a person by person basis, and shouldn't be extrapolated to all guys as like 95% of guys with foreskins will have no major problems.
Basically, an uncircumcised penis is better unless there's a significant problem with the foreskin, in which case, a circumcised penis will improve things. As it's been said before, if it isn't broken, why fix it?
2006-08-07 17:53:14
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answered by trebla_5 6
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I'm not sure if "better" is the correct term. As the first person who answered mentioned, it is better from a personal hygiene perspective. In addition, I have heard that circumcised penises are more sensitive to touch and lastly, it's healthier for female partners (see above).
Since there are religious and cultural reasons that some males are or aren't, you need to consider that as well.
2006-08-07 09:58:22
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answered by pamspraises 4
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OMG!! YES!! YES!! YES!! A Penis that's not Circumsized is UGLY, eWWWWWW, Plus theres a greater Risk of Infections cuz of the foreskin....Yuky*
2006-08-07 09:59:57
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answered by kellylewis652000 3
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I prefer them uncircumcised myself. Just because the guys I've known who weren't cut seemed to be better lovers...just my experience though.
2006-08-07 10:32:04
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answered by kibbie01 4
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impressive on the 20 reasons.
2006-08-07 10:08:33
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answered by zodiaccyber 6
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Circumcised is better because it's easy to keep it clean, gives you a good hygiene [when you urinate]. You should be circumcised if you aren't. I got circumcised 3 days ago.
2006-08-07 17:27:22
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answered by BaByb3aR 2
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No difference in present thinking.
2006-08-07 09:55:51
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answered by Anonymous
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there is less chance of getting bacteria growth from poor hygeine .
2006-08-07 09:54:23
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answered by rocknrod04 4
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Have you graduated grammar school? Where did you learn how to spell, moron?
2006-08-07 09:54:37
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answered by jessiekatsopolous 4
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