I was wondering what men think about circumcising?

Question

Are you guys for or against circumsizions

Answer 1

circumsized, with no complaints

Answer 2

in our society today it is a choice of the parents ofcourse, not necessarily religious anymore but just kind of a coin toss or traditional thing.

I am, my father is, gradfather was and so on.

It is easier to keep clean, but if you simply pull back the skin if you aren not circumsized and wash the tip and skin wit soap in the shower that is all it takes.

In fact a draw back to circumcision could possible be that the tip of the penis is not as sensitive because its protection is gone. For example, I am always bumping it against my underwear and so on so friction is more introduced rather than just sexual stimulation.

I entirely depends on the parents and whatever they think, if you don't know then don't do it because it is not necessary. But if you have an idea that you think it might be good (perhaps to deny your son a little more pleasure in this life) then let the doctor snip away.

For those men out there that do it by choice for whatever reason Y'all are crazy! I do have a smal scar on the tip of my penis from the procedure, perhaps the doc that did it was a newby or something, I'll bet I screamed LOL glad I don't remember!

Answer 3

I'm uncircumcised and I've never had any problems with my foreskin. No smell, no smegma, no irritations/infections, nothing. And it's really really easy to keep clean.

To be honest, I'm kind of neutral when it comes to circumcision in general. But if it's non-religious and non-medically necessary infant circumcision, I'm really against that. Generally, circumcision doesn't offer enough "benefits" to outweigh the risks. Risks can be anything from like excessive bleeding to local infection to in very rare instances, amputation and death.

If you look closely at the numbers and statistics, you'll see that circumcision isn't all that. It's stated that an uncircumcised infant has a chance of getting a UTI (urinary tract infection) of 1 in 100, whereas a circumcised infant has a chance of getting a UTI of 1 in 1000. Granted, it looks like a 10-fold decrease, but then take into account the complication rate. The complication rate is often stated at 0.2-5%. Let's say it's at the upper bound of 5%, that's 50 in 1000 that will have complications. If even 10 of the 50 get local infections, the benefit is negated. If even 1 infant suffers a more severe complication, then it has done more harm than good.

Regardless, it doesn't make sense to prevent potential problems that are easily treatable and don't occur in like 95% of all uncircumcised men. And only a fraction of the 5% that do get problems is it severe enough to warrant medical circumcision. Besides, 80% of the world's male population is uncircumcised, and you don't see the vast majority of them complaining. If it's not broken, don't fix it; but if you want it done, so be it as long as it IS your decision.

Answer 4

The American Pediatric Association and the American Medical Association have both said this should NOT be done routinely for infants. There is a tiny percentage increase in urinary tract infections in uncircumcised males in the first year of life (mostly due to poor hygiene) but after that, there are no studies showing any difference.

An Australian study shows that in men who have unprotected sex with HIV+ patients, there is a slightly higher rate of HIV transmission - but since all men should use protection in any case, this is not a good argument for circumcision.

There is no difference in the incidence of STDs or penile cancer (which is in itself rare) between circumcised and uncircumcised men.

Boys need to be shown how to clean properly when showering/bathing. Other than that, no special care is needed to ensure proper hygiene.

Men who are circumcised are less sensitive sexually. Those circumcised at birth are unaware of the difference, but those circumcised as an adult see a marked difference in their sexual response. In those cases some men find it difficult to achieve an orgasm during intercourse, and have to finish off by hand afterward.

There are two reasons for decreased sensitivity. First, the glans (head of the penis) is covered in nerve endings which are normally protected by the foreskin. When that is removed, the constant stimulation/rubbing from clothing causes the growth of a layer of keratin - this is insensive skin - to protect the glans.

Second, the foreskin is composed of a very vascular mucous membrane that contains thousands of nerve endings. These are removed and that senstitivity is lost.

In the US, the highest level of infant circumcision was in 1965, when 90% of children were circumcised shortly after birth. That had fallen to 65% in 2004. The trend continues downward as parents realize it is unnecessary and damaging.

Answer 5

The tide had turned against it in infants, but I still believe for hygienic reasons it is desirable.

Answer 6

Uncircumcised for 59 years , still works ok , no need to fix it now !

Answer 7

Are you so big you can lose 20%???

Answer 8

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??

Answer 9

its was done to me at birth so I am for it