Circumcision is a male surgical procedure to partly or fully remove the foreskin of the penis. Aside from religious and cultural reasons for circumcision, men who suffer from a tight foreskin, where it is painful to pull the skin back from the glands, or a foreskin that produces pressure on the glands when pulled back, may elect to have this procedure.

How does it work?
Circumcision involves removing the sleeve of foreskin that covers the penis head. A surgeon will cut away the skin and then reattach the lower foreskin to the glands so there is no foreskin movement over the glands or penis head.

How long does surgery take?
Circumcision is a quick procedure to perform, normally taking about half an hour to complete. The patient will be under local anaesthetic only and no overnight hospital stay is required.

What is the recovery time?
It is recommended that patients refrain from sexual activity for at least three weeks following surgery. Swelling and bruising will subside within 2 – 3 days.