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  • Circumcision Basics
    Get basic facts on circumcision, including the benefits and risks of having it done...Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, the tissue covering the head of the penis. It is an ancient...
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  • Circumcision FAQ
    What is circumcision? Why would I be circumcised? How do I care for an uncircumcised penis? Can I...Circumcision is surgery to remove the skin at the very tip of the penis. Baby boys are born with a...
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  • Circumcision - Topic Overview
    What is circumcision?Male circumcision is an elective surgery to remove the foreskin (prepuce), a fold of skin that covers and...What is circumcision? Male circumcision is a surgery to remove the...
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  • Circumcision Rates Are Dropping in the U.S.
    Circumcision rates in the U.S. are on the decline, according to a CDC study...Sept. 1, 2011 -- Circumcision rates in the U.S. are on the decline, according to a CDC study. The CDC used three different...
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  • Can Circumcision Prevent Prostate Cancer?
    Circumcision may lower a man’s risk for developing prostate cancer, a new study suggests...March 12, 2012 -- Circumcision may lower a man’s risk for developing prostate cancer, a new study suggests.
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  • Circumcision and Your Baby
    ...whether to have your baby boy circumcised? Learn more about the pros and cons of circumcision...So how do you choose? There are some potential medical benefits of circumcision in terms of a slightly...
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  • The Circumcision Decision
    How do parents choose whether or not to circumcise their boys? This guide helps you learn more about...So how do you choose? There are some potential medical benefits of circumcision in terms of a...
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  • Circumcision - Why It May Be Done
    Circumcision is performed on newborns mainly for cultural reasons. For example, parents may make the decision about circumcision...Because it's not usually medically needed, circumcision is done on...
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  • Circumcision - When to Call a Doctor
    ...baby visits. However, it is important to call your health professional if problems develop after circumcision.Call your doctor...call your doctor if your baby has problems after circumcision. Call...
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  • Circumcision - What to Expect After Surgery
    After the circumcision, the groin, penis, and scrotum may appear reddish brown because of the solution used to clean the skin...After the circumcision, the groin, penis, and scrotum may appear reddish...
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