In the UK, (other than religion) what are the main reasons for guys being circumcised?

Question

So do guys that arn't circumcised really get many infections?

Answer 1

ignorance: some people believe it improves hygiene (we guys are pretty stupid, but we *CAN* learn how to wash our dicks!), and don't realize it decreases sensitivity. and there is a myth that it doesn't cause pain for the baby, but if you've ever seen a circumcision, you'd know that's wrong by the screaming baby.

vanity: some dad's want their sons' penises to look like theirs, and are willing to mutilate them to make that happen.

I'd rather let my son decide if he wants to have is penis mutilated when he's old enough to make that decision.

Answer 2

Other than religion there aren't many medically valid reasons for circumcision and way too many myths. I feel, religion aside, it's a decision that should be made by the individual and no one else (unless medically warranted).

It was once thought that circumcision prevents/reduces masturbation. That's SO wrong. Circumcision was touted as a way to improve hygiene. Well, if one properly cleans and takes care of the foreskin like any other part of the body hygiene isn't an issue. Circumcision reduces infections. An uncircumcised guy doesn't really get that many more infections, and the chances of getting an infection is just as low if the hygiene issue is taken care of. There are claims that circumcision reduces STDs and HIV rates. Most statistics show no significant difference between cut and uncut guys and the current HIV ones are being debated for their accuracy. Besides, safe and responsible sex far outweigh any benefit gained there.

Regardless, there are some valid medical reasons for circumcision. One is recurrent and common infection no matter what the person does. This is fairly rare, but circumcision can help (though it may/may not eliminate the problem). Another is recurrent, frequent, and painful phimosis where the foreskin constantly becomes too tight/narrow to be pulled back. Another is injury to the foreskin, like getting a burn on it or something (this really shouldn't happen like at all . . .). All these problems combined constitute only a fraction of the 5% of uncircumcised men who ever develop any medical problems with their foreskin, so it's really uncommon on the whole anyway.

Answer 3

Other than for religious reasons, there are 2 main categories for circumsicison. The first is for an immediate medical indication and the second is to prevent future diseases.

Circumcision for an immediate medical reason
The following are common medical conditions that require circumsicion -
Non-retractable foreskin in children
Contrary to common belief, the foreskin cannot be pulled back in almost all newborn babies, and it is now not considered a reason for circumsicion.

Phimosis
In phimosis (foreskin contraction), the opening of the foreskin is narrowed, preventing retraction. Provided that the skin of the foreskin is normal and inability to retract it does not cause problems with intercourse or recurrent infections, no action is necessary.

Occasionally, the edge of the foreskin has a white, scarred, inelastic appearance and will not pucker open as it is retracted. Between 1 and 1.5 per cent of boys will develop this condition by the time they are 17 years old. Changes in the prepuce are known as balanitis xerotica obliterans, which can become cancerous if left untreated. Circumcision is advisable in most cases.

Acute balanoposthitis
This condition involves redness and swelling of the foreskin, together with a discharge of pus from the space between the foreskin and the glans. Sometimes the whole penis may be swollen and inflamed. Between 3 and 10 per cent of boys will develop this condition, depending on how the condition is defined. Balanoposthitis is very occasionally the first sign of diabetes. If there is no underlying cause, simple hygiene measures, mild painkillers and the avoidance of tugging the foreskin are the only necessary treatments. Most cases will recover without further intervention. Circumcision is only done for recurrent and troublesome cases.

Paraphimosis
This condition is caused by forcibly pulling back the foreskin behind the coronal ridge of the glans or head of the penis, without its subsequent replacement. The foreskin then forms a tight tourniquet around the glans, causing severe pain. The condition can sometimes be treated by firmly but gently squeezing the trapped glans until the foreskin can slip over it again. If this is not possible, the paraphimosis needs to be reduced under a general anaesthetic. Circumcision is only very rarely necessary.

Circumcision to prevent future disease
Prevention of disease is the second most commonly given reason for circumcision after religious reasons, although the evidence that it has any beneficial effect on future health is very poor. Below are some conditions that people think circumsicion will help prevent. There is no conclusive evidence however.
Penile cancer
Sexually transmitted diseases
Cervical cancer
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Answer 4

Well, other than religion, Venereal disease is the big one really...
As per the TV Show nip\tuck, It could be seen as an act of intimacy between couples, like the way a piercing or tattoo can. Originally, circumcision was conceived as a deterrent from masturbation. It is usually a very private and sensitive issue for a guy.
I hope this answer has been of help.

Answer 5

If the for skin is sticked then it is circumcized. Otherwise, no infection and no diseases due to lack of circumcised. Except medical reason that I mentioned above, there is no use of circumcise.

Answer 6

Lots of guys these days are choosing to be circumcised simply because they prefer the look, and for no other reason. It's equally popular among gay and straight guys.

Answer 7

Being circumcised in more of a health thing. If you are a male and never got circumcised you are more prone to infection because that flap holds dirt and bacteria, and makes it harder to stay clean.

Answer 8

It's only for health regions - either hygiene or because it's required at birth because of a problem. There's lots of research on the net that discusses the topic. Type it in google and you'll get all kinds of info.

Answer 9

Phimosis: Tight Foreskin.
Which causes infections and pain around d foreskin.

Yes that's right. Men having uncircumcised r more vulnerable 2 infections due to production of smegma.

Answer 10

Mis-diagnosis of phimosis due to lack of education of our medical profession in this area.(fortunately being addressed better now in med schools)