Circumcision All FAQ

Circumcision can be a good idea and beneficial for a man suffering from problems such as phimosis, paraphimosis, balanitis, recurrent UTIs, etc. Circumcision also comes with other benefits such as better penile hygiene, lower risk of penile cancer and cervical cancer in the female partner.

Circumcision does not prevent penile cancer but reduces the risk of the cancer.

Circumcision does not provide complete prevention but lowers the risk of HIV.

Benfits of undergoing circumcision include- ||Reduced risk of urinary tract infections ||Reduced risk of sexually transmitted diseases ||Permanent treatment and prevention from balanitis and balanoposthitis ||Treatment option and a decreased risk of penile cancer in the future ||Decreased risk of cervical cancer in the female partner ||Better hygiene

The cost of laser circumcision in India varies from INR 25,000 to INR 35,000 depending on various factors such as the city and hospital, type of anesthesia used, and the surgeon performing the surgery, etc.

The cost of ZSR circumcision in India varies from INR 20,000 to INR 35,000 depending on various factors such as the city and hospital, type of anesthesia used, the surgeon performing the surgery, etc.

The minimum cost of circumcision in India can vary from city to city and also based on what type of circumcision procedure you are choosing. Get in touch with us to know the minimum cost of circumcision near you.

A physical diagnosis is the first step to check phimosis. The doctor may suggest additional tests such as a urine test to check for infections or take a swab test.

You should consult a urologist for foreskin problems.

Phimosis may look as a tight ring of foreskin around the tip of the penis.

In paraphimosis, the foreskin and the tip of the penis may become swollen, which can be painful. The tip of the penis may look dark red or blue due to a lack of blood flow to the glans. Paraphimosis is a medical emergency and should be treated by a urologist right away.

Circumcision by laser or ZSR is a day care procedure and the patient is typically discharged the same day after the procedure. In some cases, the patient may be advised to stay at the hospital overnight but the hospital stay never exceeds 24hours.

You should wait for a week after laser or ZSR circumcision before you start driving.

Yes, you can take a full body bath 2 days after laser or ZSR circumcision surgery. Do not use soap or any wash around the penile area during recovery.

A male of any age, be an infant, a young boy, an adult or an old man can undergo circumcision.

Your recovery after laser or ZSR circumcision will go smoothly without complications or side effects. You should still visit the urologist once after complete recovery to make sure everything went well.

You can have sex after complete recovery after circumcision, which takes about 6 weeks. Make sure to follow up with your urologist once before resuming sexual activities and masturbation.

Yes, phimosis treatment is covered under insuarance at Pristyn Care.

Yes, both laser circumcision and ZSR circumcision are covered under insurance at Pristyn Care. Speak to our experts to know about the insurance coverage and the procedure.

Circumcision is often suggested for medical reasons as a treatment for conditions such as phimosis, paraphimosis, balanitis, lichen sclerosus, recurrent UTIs, etc. Circumcision is often suggested when nonsurgical treatment options fail to provide relief.

Circumcision surgery is needed to treat phimosis when other nonsurgical options fail to treat the condition.

Surgical treatment for tight foreskin problems is needed if other treatment options fail to work. The doctor may perform a partial or complete circumcision, depending on the need or the patient’s preference.

No, circumcision by laser or ZSR is performed under the influence of local or general anesthesia. The patient would feel minimal pain during the procedure.

Complete recovery after laser or ZSR circumcision may take up to 4 weeks. However, you can resume your office life and regular activities except sex and strenuous workout 2 to 3 days after circumcision.

No, you do will not need daily dressing after stapler or ZSR circumcision.

You will need to rest for just 1 or 2 days after circumcision surgery. You do not need to take much time off work if you undergo ZSR or laser circumcision.

Sex is likely to be painful and uncomforatable for you if you have phimosis. Doctors advise on avoiding sex with phimosis and getting prompt treatment to prevent further complications.

Circumcision by laser or ZSR are both safe techniques of cutting the foreskin without causing much damage to the nearby tissue. These modern techniques also allow faster and pain free recovery.

Yes, circumcision can be reversed with the surgical procedure of foreskin restoration during which the surgeon expands the skin of the penis to reconstruct the foreskin. There are various other approaches to this procedure but it often fails to deliver aesthetically appealing results or the appearance of a natural foreskin.

Yes, circumcision by laser or ZSR is performed under the influence of anesthesia.

Foreksin tears can occur due to various reasons such as accidents, foreksin trapped in the zip of the pants or during sex. Visit a urologist right away if you have foreskin tears or torn foreskin. After diagnosis, the urologist will suggest the best treatment plan for you, based on your condition.

Modern, less invasive techniques for circumcision include laser circumcision and ZSR circumcision. Being less invasive in nature, laser or ZSR circumcision allows faster and pain free recovery with no downtime from routine life.

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