Pros and cons of male circumcision: An exploration

What is Circumcision?

The foreskin covering the glans (head) of the penis is removed during circumcision. Babies typically have their circumcisions soon after birth. Originally, circumcision was a religious ritual. These days, circumcision is performed for religious, physiological, and cultural reasons.

From the first week of life, circumcision is commonly performed on baby boys. Although it's less common, adults can still get circumcised.

What does a foreskin do?

The skin covering the penis's rounded tip is known as the foreskin. The foreskin is fully fused to the penis when a newborn is born. The foreskin eventually separates from the penis head and develops the ability to retract, or pull back. Phimosis is the medical term for when the foreskin doesn't always separate as it should and stays tight.