Medical Statements - Circumcision Health Benefits
WebMD makes statements like these: There is some evidence that circumcision has health benefits , including: Less risk of urinary tract infections A reduced risk of some sexually transmitted diseases in men Protection against penile cancer and a lower risk of cervical cancer in female sex partners Prevention of balanitis ( inflammation of the glans ) and balanoposthitis ( inflammation of the glans and foreskin ) Prevention of phimosis (the inability to retract the foreskin) and paraphimosis (the inability to return the foreskin to its original location) Circumcision also makes it easier to keep the end of the penis clean . Note: Some studies show that good hygiene can help prevent certain problems with the penis, including infections and swelling, even if the penis is not circumcised . In addition, using a condom during sex will help...