For religious reasons, it's recommended (not required) that I get circumcised. I'll do it if I have to, but since I'm 17, I'm used to not being circumcised, and not sure if I'm ready for a change. Also, I read that girls tend to like guys who are not circumcised. Should I get circumcised? I'm also a little scared that it will hurt. Like does it hurt after you get circumcised for awhile?
2007-01-03 02:16:53 · 22 answers · asked by Michael 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
No, you should not get circumsized because I believe that its just not normal. not only that but it'll be extremely painful and you won't be able to even touch it without it hurting for months. I personally like guys who aren't circumsized and if its what you're used to.. I say keep it. Also, guys who are circumsized lose some feeling.
2007-01-03 02:20:51 · answer #1 · answered by venusxmantrap 2 · 8⤊ 3⤋
Religion is really the only valid reason to do this. For an adult male, it is painful for a couple of weeks. More importantly, it reduces sexual feeling. The foreskin is mucous membrane, and is covered with thousands of nerve endings that add to sexual pleasure and stimulation. The head of the penis, when covered by a foreskin, remains very sensitive. After circumcision, a layer of keratin develops on the head, making it less sensitive to touch.
Men who were circumcised as babies never know the difference; they grow up thinking that the level of sensitivity they have is normal - it isn't.
Men who have circumcisions in adult life sometimes have sexual performance problems, and do not adjust to the reduced sensitivity. A small percentage find they have to finish by hand, because they cannot get sufficient stimulation vaginally.
Unless it is an absolute requirement of your religion, I would strongly advise against it - but it is your body, and an adult has the right to choose. What isn't right is the circumcision of babies - they never have the choice.
There are no medical advantages to circumcision, other than that it reduces the risk of HIV transmission when you have unprotected sex with an infected partner - since we should all use protection unless in a stable long-term relationship, this is hardly a reason to circumcise.
2007-01-03 02:55:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 2⤋
I knew a guy who did it when he was around 16. I heard that it hurt pretty bad but was not inbearable. Personally, most of the world does not do it, and it doesn't have any real health benefits if you are already taking care of your non-circumcised self now.
If your religion dictates it and you feel that strongly about it, then it won't kill you to do it. However, it should be something you feel confident about. You are going to lose some sensation because you are cutting off skin endings which you won't get back. In the end it is your choice where you have to weigh the pros and cons, and you are old enough to make an informed decision.
2007-01-03 02:28:25 · answer #3 · answered by Paul S. 4 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Get circumcised for yourself and only yourself. In America there is this horrible need for boys to be circumcised. There is no reason for it besides religion, foreskin is too tight or uncleanliness. But uncleanliness only if the boy gets infected because he has not cleaned underneath the foreskin.
A girl will like you whethere you are circumcised or not. I've had both an frankly, circumcised is better. Men are more sensitive there meaning s e x will be much better. Also when cutting the foreskin the p e n i s is a bit smaller.
The reason circumcision is so big in America is because of Jewish doctors. They are pushing their beliefs into the general public. After the thought of uncleaniliess and it looking "better" there was no stopping.
2007-01-03 02:22:31 · answer #4 · answered by nyy35moose 3 · 6⤊ 3⤋
There are laws banning female circumcisions, yet male circumcision is highly endorsed in America. Cutting the foreskin will REDUCE your sexual pleasure. You must learn well how to keep clean though.
Does it hurt??? Well, if your religion is bible-based, look up the story of 'the rape of dina'. At 17, I think you are still easily excitable. I recommend waiting until you are married and your wife is 300 pounds and the last thing you want is sex.
2007-01-03 03:13:56 · answer #5 · answered by g g 3 · 5⤊ 2⤋
Granted everyone has there own opinions. Keep that in mind.
I have a girlfriend who is married to a man that is uncircumsized. She has a hard time having oral sex with him because she herself finds it a little distatefull...and unclean...of course there is much more to life and love then giving or receiving oral sex, however she has said many times if he were should would certainly take care of him that way. They have a son now who is also uncircumsized and fight wether or not they should have it done. He is 5. Right now they are at a stand still and are letting him decide what he wants when he is old enough.
Do what you feel is right for you. ONLY you....your the one who owns the darn thing...
Good Luck
2007-01-03 03:09:37 · answer #6 · answered by Brokenconfused 2 · 4⤊ 1⤋
For religious reasons! Who is telling you you should-they are perverted. I know that Jews and apparently Muslims beleive in male mutilation for religious reasons, but that does not make it right! You are born with your foreskin, so why would any of the man-made religions have any say in what you do with your own body. There is a lot of crap out there about how much more hygenic circumcised penises are, etc, but it is all bull. Over 2 billion guys are uncut, and seem to get along just fine.
Bottom Line: You might change your religion later, but you can't change back to uncircumcised. If you are happy with your "god-given" equipement (since we're supposed to be according to many religions made in the image of god) why would you mutilate what was given to you at birth! Never made any sense to me.
ALso keep in mind that circumcism did not originate with Jews or moslems, ancient cultures practiced this archaic act and these religions adopted it for some reason.
2007-01-03 06:42:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 3⤋
Aside from this being a very personal choice belonging only to you, you need to be aware of all of the risks involved. There are pro's and con's to being circumcised.
Pros:
* It is rumored that a circumsized man reduces the risks of a woman to get cervical cancer (intercourse). I state rumored because there is not solid statement that supports this belief.
* Protects against urinary tract infections (UTIs) during the first year of life. However, UTIs are rare and easily treated.
* Prevents infections under the foreskin. It also prevents persistent tight foreskin. Both of these problems are rare and are usually due to pulling back the foreskin too often or too hard.
* Decreases the risk of getting some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) later in life, including HIV. However, it does not completely prevent any STD. [*However, I have read opposite studies stating circumcised men are at greater risk of HIV infection .. so who knows which is true... *]
* Lowers the risk of cancer of the penis. However, good hygiene offers equal protection against this very rare cancer.
* Keeps your [sons] appearance "like other boys" or "like his dad." Boys may not mind looking different from other men in their family. However, they do mind being harassed in the locker room or shower about their foreskin. This could happen if most of their buddies are circumcised.
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Cons:
* Problems with surgery. Problems that may occur are skin or bloodstream infections, bleeding, gangrene, scarring, and various surgical accidents. One study showed that 1 of every 500 circumcised newborns suffered a serious side effect.
* Pain. The procedure causes pain. However, the doctor can use some anesthetic around the area to block some of the pain.
* Cost. You may have to pay for the surgery yourself because many insurance companies do not cover the cost.
* Can, in some cases, reduce or destroy sensation of sexual stimulation.
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Some links for you to look at to aid you in your decision:
http://www.sexuallymutilatedchild.org/3zones.htm - This link shows approximately how much "skin" you loose during the procedure.
http://josh.bakehorn.net/circ2.html - has very blunt (opposing views) on circumcision.
http://www.notjustskin.org/en/circumcisionfaq.html - a very informative site with many questions and answers. Worth the read.
I hope the above information is helpful to you. As far as being scared that it will hurt. Well, you will be put to sleep for the procedure as would anyone having a part of their body amputed/removed surgically. You will require pain meds after surgery, and very special self-care for a period of time which will most likely lead to being uncomfortable for quite some time. That is the truth, as I cannot sit here and candy coat things. Good luck on your decision! Just remember, the change you seek is a permanent one. Once it is done... it's done.
2007-01-03 03:10:33 · answer #8 · answered by EyeSpy 2 · 2⤊ 3⤋
DON'T. You have the world to discover. Get out there, have fun, learn about the different ways of the world and if really really for religious reasons it is recommended then....don't. It is a barbaric act which shows the cruelty of man! It will hurt! Keep your skin, keep yourself as you were born.
Scout485 puts it very clearly!
2007-01-04 22:54:37 · answer #9 · answered by Stef 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well I couldn't tell you if it hurts, but I'm guessing yeah. My 2 sons are circumsized, but they got it done when they were babies so it was a little easier for them, but my boyfriend wants to get it done also and he is 25 and my friend at work, her husband got it done a few months ago, he is 35 because of medical problems he was having. Like with sex, it can rip and hurt for a while. But then people say being uncircumsized, you get more sexual feeling, if that is something that is important to you. So it's really a personal choice. Good luck.
2007-01-03 02:22:58 · answer #10 · answered by silknlacechick 2 · 3⤊ 2⤋
religious reasons were originally based on lack of cleanliness. are you clean? if so, then why would you consider it?
for instance in africa, being circumcised cuts back the risk of AIDS by more than half or some outrageous number like that. Do you know why? It is because they NEVER wash after sex or any other time. granted water is scarce, but talk about GROSS. Stay clean, and keep that which god gave you.
2007-01-03 02:21:25 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 2⤋