2006-08-29 15:38:52 · 6 answers · asked by Carolyn F 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
My son is half Mexican.
2006-08-29 15:42:24 · update #1
Does anyone know if parents are opting to have their baby boys circumcised in Mexico or if its not very common.
2006-08-29 15:46:22 · update #2
Well, most boys down here in Mexico are circumcised.
It has nothing to do with religion, but more with hygiene.
I am Mexican and live in Mexico City, btw.
2006-08-29 15:46:34 · answer #1 · answered by bearsus 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
G'day Carolyn F,
Thank you for the question.
According to the World Health Organisation, the Mexican Government is encouraging circumcisions for health reasons.
"Male circumcision is the surgical removal of all or part of the foreskin of the penis. There are several biological explanations at to why this operation may reduce the risk of HIV infection. Removal of the foreskin reduces the ability of HIV to penetrate the skin of the penis. In addition, on the underside of the foreskin are located many special immunological cells such as Langerhans cells which are prime targets for HIV. Another possible explanation is that small tears in the delicate skin of the inner surface of the foreskin during sexual intercourse could allow a portal of entry for HIV. Men with a foreskin are more prone to have some infections, including sexually transmitted infections, which can enhance HIV transmission. Male circumcision is associated with a much lower risk of penile cancer. Several studies now suggest that female partners of circumcised men have a lower risk of cancer of the cervix. Other benefits include prevention of inflammation of the glans and foreskin (balanitis) and prevention of scar tissue causing an inability to retract the foreskin (phimosis)."
Those are good reasons to circumcise your son.
Regards
2006-08-30 01:17:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that circumcisions are customary in the Jewish tradition, however, I'm not sure about in the Mexican culture.
2006-08-29 22:42:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't let peer pressure lead you to mutilate your son! It is a barbaric practice whereever it is performed. Would you have your daughter;s clitoris cut off if she were half African? Leave your boy the way nature made him - he will be grateful in later life.
2006-08-31 14:01:54 · answer #4 · answered by Maple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually is the opposite as far as I know
2006-08-29 22:44:03 · answer #5 · answered by TranquilStar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your son.
2006-08-29 22:44:49 · answer #6 · answered by blah 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋