Safe Circumcision Service

• Infection prevention: Reduces the risk of urinary tract infections in children.
• Maintaining hygiene: Facilitates personal hygiene and prevents skin infections.
• Disease prevention: Reduces the risk of certain sexually transmitted diseases in the future.

• Safety: Circumcision is considered very safe when performed by a specialized doctor. The package includes bleeding and clotting tests to ensure the child’s safety before surgery.
• Pain: Local anesthesia is used to minimize pain during the procedure. The child may experience some discomfort afterward, but it can be managed with prescribed pain medications.

• Area sterilization: The area around the penis is cleaned and sterilized to reduce the risk of infection.
• Placing the clamp or ring: A special clamp or ring is placed around the foreskin to secure it and mark the cutting site.
• Foreskin removal: Using a sharp surgical scissors or scalpel, the foreskin is carefully cut. Devices like the Plastibell, Gomco clamp, or Mogen clamp may be used to complete the procedure.

• Child monitoring: The child is observed for a short period after the procedure to ensure no immediate complications occur.
• Wound care: The doctor provides instructions on how to care for the wound, including keeping the area clean and avoiding activities that may cause injury.
• Pain management: Mild pain relievers may be prescribed to ease any discomfort the child may feel after surgery.
• Follow-up:
• Follow-up visit: A follow-up appointment is scheduled with the doctor a few days after surgery to ensure proper wound healing and absence of complications.
• Continuous monitoring: Parents are advised to monitor the child’s condition and report any signs of infection or complications.

The circumcision procedure usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. This includes preparation for surgery, performing the procedure, and immediate post-operative monitoring to ensure no complications occur.