How old is too to get circumcised?
There is no definitive age at which circumcision becomes too old of a procedure. While circumcision is commonly performed in infancy, it can be safely performed at any age if there is a medical or aesthetic reason to do so.
In adults, circumcision may be performed for various reasons, including:
- Phimosis (difficulty retracting the foreskin)
- Balanoposthitis (persistent inflammation of the glans penis and foreskin)
- Lichen Sclerosus (a chronic skin condition that can affect the genital area)
- Aesthetic reasons
- Personal or religious preferences
Adult circumcisions can be usually done in an outpatient setting and may entail some post-operative care to ensure proper healing. The time needed for full recovery also varies and depends on individual response to the procedural. Therefore, consulting with a trained medical professional who can evaluate medical history thoroughly and can discuss benefits, expectations, and risks associate with adult circumcision, would be paramount to get best decision