Circumcision helps reduce the risk of infection, penile cancer, and sexually transmitted diseases.
According to Dr. Tra Anh Duy, Men’s Health Center, circumcision is a common minor surgery. Here are some benefits of the procedure:
Easy to clean
After circumcision, personal hygiene is easier because there is no longer a layer of skin covering it. This reduces the risk of bacteria and smegma accumulating, thereby preventing infections.
Reduce the risk of infection
Circumcision reduces the risk of infections such as balanitis, balanoposthitis, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Reduce the risk of penile cancer
Some studies suggest that circumcision may reduce the risk of penile cancer. This type of cancer is rare, but men who were circumcised as children have a lower risk of developing the disease.
Doctor Duy examines a patient. Photo: Supply Center
Reduce the risk of sexually transmitted diseases
Circumcision may reduce the risk of some sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. Studies show that circumcised men have lower rates of HIV infection than uncircumcised men.
Reduce the risk of phimosis
Phimosis is a condition in which the foreskin cannot be retracted, causing pain and difficulty during sexual intercourse and personal hygiene. Circumcision is an effective measure to prevent and treat this condition.
Improve the quality of sex life
Some men feel that circumcision improves their sexual experience, reducing pain or discomfort during intercourse.
Reduce the risk of infection to your partner
Circumcision can also reduce the risk of transmitting HPV and other sexually transmitted diseases to your partner, helping to protect the health of both partners.
However, circumcision is a personal decision and should be thoroughly discussed with a urologist to understand the benefits, risks and potential health effects.