Patient's question:
A few days ago, under my girlfriend's threat, I went to the hospital for a circumcision. The doctor said it was not possible to have sexual intercourse. How soon after the circumcision can I have sexual intercourse?Doctor's answer:
Circumcision refers to the surgical removal of excess foreskin from the penis to expose the glans, which is an effective treatment for phimosis, excessive foreskin, and prevention of its complications. It is a minor surgical procedure that typically takes about 20 to 30 minutes and does not usually require hospitalization. The risk of surgery is relatively low.This is an open surgical procedure. The purpose of the surgery is to ensure the glans is fully exposed, so there will be no hidden areas that could lead to infection. You should not have sexual activity for two months after the surgery.
After the surgery, you can take oral anti-inflammatory drugs or receive anti-inflammatory injections to prevent inflammation and infection. You can use povidone-iodine or hydrogen peroxide solution for sterilization to increase the frequency of penile erections. You can wear breathable cotton underwear to prevent friction.