Patient's question:
Previously, I had a circumcision surgery, and it has been over a month now. There is still some swelling, but the discharge and oozing have lessened in recent days. However, I wonder what are the common occurrences or issues that arise during or after a circumcision?Doctor's answer:
Circumcision is a common minor surgical procedure in urology clinics. Although the surgery is not very large, postoperative care is also very important. Within one week after the circumcision, it is best to avoid sexual stimulation, fantasy, and holding urine to prevent repeated erections of the penis from affecting wound healing or causing the skin to break again. Sexual activity should be avoided for 60 days after the surgery to prevent the incision from opening or bleeding. In terms of postoperative anti-infection, since the penis has a good blood supply and strong anti-infection ability, a common circumcision surgery usually requires only one week of oral antibiotics. Additionally, according to medical advice, fresh sterile gauze should be changed daily or every other day. For patients with phimosis, if the retraction surface of the glans skin during surgery is relatively large.