What is a circumcision and why is it done?
Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis. It is most often done soon after birth. There are different opinions about whether this needs to be done. The American Academy of Pediatrics (aap.org) has said that there is no need to routinely circumcise newborn boys. However, there is a new research, which seems to show that boys who are not circumcised may be more likely to get urinary tract infections. The AAP is considering changing its opinion because of this research. A local anesthetic is used if the baby is less than eight weeks old (Adjusted for gestational age). General anesthesia is used for older boys.
