Circumcision is a common procedure carried out for various reasons: medical, religious or personal. Many men experience more comfort, better hygiene and relief from complaints after the procedure. Even so, you may wonder whether there are also disadvantages to circumcision. In this article we set out all the possible disadvantages so that you are prepared for the possible risks.
Possible physical disadvantages of a circumcision
Men can experience various physical disadvantages of a circumcision, such as sensitivity of the glans, a change in sexual experience and the chance of scarring.
Reduced sensitivity of the glans
After a circumcision the glans is permanently in contact with clothing, air and touch. As a result some men experience a slight decrease in sensitivity. Others notice little or no difference. It is worth knowing that this is a normal and gradual adjustment, and one the body generally adapts to well.
Change in sexual experience
The experience during sex can change a little after a circumcision. Some men experience less intensity, others more control or less oversensitivity. Experience shows that the effect differs from person to person and is rarely experienced as negative when the procedure has been carried out well and has healed well.
The chance of scarring or minor complications
As with any medical procedure, minor complications can occur, such as temporary swelling, pain afterwards and scars. At Vatan Kliniek we work with modern, safe methods such as the Genco Clamp, which keeps the chance of complications and visible scarring to a minimum.
Psychological and emotional aspects
Besides the physical disadvantages, there are also possible psychological and emotional aspects to a circumcision. We highlight a few of them.
The feeling that the body has changed
If a circumcision is carried out at a young age, the child will hardly be aware of it later in life. In adult men it can take some getting used to the idea that the foreskin has been removed. Good preparation and clear explanation help enormously here.
Insecurity or reticence
Some men are reticent about intimate moments at first after the procedure. This feeling often disappears by itself once they have recovered and become used to the new sensation and appearance.
Experiences and opinions differ widely
Not every man experiences the same thing. What is a disadvantage for one can be an advantage for another. Some men experience more comfort and better hygiene, while others have to get used to the new sensation. What stands out is that when the procedure is carried out professionally and recovery goes well, most men are satisfied with the end result.
Age also plays a role. Men who are circumcised as adults often have a different frame of reference from men who went through it as a child. The reason, medical as opposed to religious for example, also plays a part in how the experience is perceived. With complaints such as a foreskin that is too tight or recurring inflammation, for most men the removal of the discomfort weighs more heavily than a possible change in sensation.
What does science say about the disadvantages of circumcision?
Scientific studies show that there can be slight differences in sensitivity after circumcision, but that this rarely leads to a negative sexual experience. In most studies circumcised men say they are satisfied with the result, certainly when the procedure was carried out because of medical complaints.
When a circumcision is carried out well by an experienced doctor, the chance of complications is small. Most men recover within one to two weeks and can function fully again afterwards. Vatan Kliniek provides a safe procedure and professional aftercare, so that you are well supported before, during and after the treatment.
Weighing it up
Although there are a few possible disadvantages to being circumcised, such as a change in sensitivity or scars, with an expert procedure these are rare or mild. Most men mainly experience relief from complaints, better hygiene and more comfort.
At Vatan Kliniek we make sure you are well supported and always know where you stand, so that you can make a considered choice with confidence in the result.
