There are many complications that may result from a circumcision. Generally, the number of significant complications that result from circumcisions are rare, however considering the fact that more than 3,000 circumcisions are performed each day means that complications will occur. Most of the complications that do arise are short term although there are others that may last for the rest of the child’s life.

Simple Complications

Complications that are minor are those that include light bleeding, pain, irritation, infection, and other similar complications. Sometimes infection may even occur because the wound is exposed to fecal matter. Checking the wound regularly and ensuring it is well cared for is important, too, and can help avoid simple complications. Many babies will experience burning and pain when they urinate because the wound is open and in the same area where the urine is released. Generally, within the first week this pain has subsided completely. Some children will have some oozing from the wound or else blood in their diaper. Generally, this will clear up on its own, too. If not, an infection could develop and it is important to contact the doctor. Most parents will be instructed to place Vaseline or another similar product on the penis in order to protect it from stool, urine, and diaper irritation.

Serious Complications

Serious complications may also occur. That is because circumcision is a surgery and things may go wrong. In some situations, too much foreskin may be removed or too little is removed. This can result in painful erections and skin bridges. Botched circumcisions can also result in ugly scars and damage could occur to the urethra or less of sexual sensation. Some situations have resulted in the penis being amputated, fatal bacterial infections, and hemorrhaging.

These are rare complications, but with thousands of circumcisions being performed each day they are actually more common than some parents would like to believe. Because of this it is so important for parents to learn about circumcisions and understand what takes place before deicing on this procedure for their son. And remember, serious complications may be rare, but that does not guarantee they will not happen to your son. When it comes to your child you may not be willing to take the risk of something happening that could potentially be serious when this is not a necessary procedure.

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