Circumcision

Circumcision is the surgical removal of all or part of the loose fold of skin covering the head of the penis.

Post-op instructions

• Keep the penis clean, by gently washing with warm water and a soft cloth. Air dry.
• Apply petroleum jelly to the head of the penis.
• Remove dressings by soaking in warm water just long enough to loosen the dressing.
• Take sponge baths until the stitches dissolve.

Concerns that are normal:

• Bloody crust or yellowish coating around the head of the penis
• Bruising or redness of the head of the penis
• Incisional bleeding
• Slight penile swelling?

Concerns that should be addressed at once:

• Discharge that lasts more than a week
• Greenish or heavy discharge
• Heavy bleeding
• Inability to urinate
• Significant penile swelling or redness
• Temperature of 100.2º degrees or greater in children, 101.5º or greater in adults