When the time comes to decide whether or not a child will be circumcised … how do parents choose? The answer is not only answered medically but culturally. It’s a small surgical procedure, but one ...

A parents decision or the child's? Source: djedzura/Deposit Photo Disclaimer: My comments are my opinions and are not medical advice. The first time I held a scalpel in my hand was in 1966 as a ...

FLORIDA — HISTORY: The practice of male circumcision goes back thousands of years. The earliest records of male circumcision date back to Egypt's sixth dynasty, with an image on a sarcophagus ...

Many people ask, “what is circumcision and how did it get started?” It’s a common question many people wonder about, but are afraid to ask. In this article, we’re going to talk about one of the most ...

Understanding circumcision can help you speed your baby boy's healing process and be aware of any complications that may arise. Here, professionals offer advice on what circumcision is, the pros and ...

Circumcision can make cleaning the penis easier and reduce certain infection risks. An uncircumcised penis can be kept clean ...

For some parents, circumcision of a new son isn't a decision, it's automatic, especially among Jewish and Muslim parents. For most other people, it's a consideration to be made, usually in the first ...

Parents expecting a baby boy face a decision about whether to have him circumcised. In the last decade there's been a change in the trend, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease ...

Q: I just found out we’re having a boy! Now we’re debating whether to have him circumcised. What do you think is best? – Alice P., Omaha, Neb. A: The debate over whether to circumcise is worldwide.

Infant circumcision is an ethical issue that has lifelong effects on the child and societal costs. NOTE: Primary author is Lillian Dell'Aquila Cannon (see her blog), with assistance from Dan Bollinger ...