Circumcision: 7 things about adult circumcision you did not know. You should know these before you decide to have the circumcision

By: Dr. Khan

Published: June 25, 2025

At what age can circumcision be done? 

There is no age restriction. Many babies have circumcision. It can be done as old as even the seventies  

why do men ask for circumcision  

There are many reasons: tight foreskin, painful sex, BXO (Lichen Sclerosis), scarring, personal, hygiene, cosmetic, long foreskin and repeated infection  

How Painful is circumcision? 

Procedure after the local anaesthesia is pain-free 

 

What are the pros and cons? 

Pros: clean, no diseases of foreskin, good cosmetic look, less penile cancer, less sexual diseases transmission especially HIV  

Cons: risks of operation: like bleeding, infection, scarring, painful scar and revision surgery.  

 

What do women think about circumcision?  

Some women like more circumcised men as compared to uncircumcised men.  

 

Please contact to Dr. Khan directly +447527 314081 if you have further question.  

London circumcision Clinic, Leyton, London 

Dr. A.R Khan

Paediatric Surgeon/Urologist

Bio

BSC, MBBS, FRCS, FEBPS, FRCS (PAEDS)
Dr. Khan is a highly experienced and respected paediatric surgeon and urologist with a distinguished career that spans over three decades. He has performed more than 7,000 circumcisions in the UK and is recognised for his expertise in treating foreskin problems, buried penis, and hypospadias. Dr. Khan is also pioneering new techniques in circumcisions for adults, children, and infants, ensuring the highest standards of care for his patients.
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