At what age is it suitable to undergo circumcision?
Disease description:
My child is currently 14 years old, and I would like to bring him for a circumcision surgery. Doctor, I would like to ask at what age is it suitable to perform circumcision surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
The appropriate age for circumcision mainly involves the following points:
1. 5-6 years old: For children with phimosis causing repeated infections or difficulty urinating, early surgery is recommended to avoid complications.
2. 7-14 years old: Children at this age generally have sufficient self-control to cooperate with the procedure, and local adhesions tend to be mild, resulting in lower surgical risk and faster recovery.
3. 10-14 years old: As puberty begins, boys with long foreskin or phimosis may benefit from surgery to reduce hygiene-related issues during adolescence and prevent possible complications.
4. Adulthood: In adults, regardless of age, if excessive foreskin or phimosis is identified and meets surgical indications, early surgical treatment is recommended to improve personal hygiene and reduce the risk of infection.
5. Personal hygiene or psychological considerations: Some adults choose to undergo circumcision later in life for improved personal hygiene, enhanced sexual quality of life, or for psychological reasons.
