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Written by AJ at 26 Dec 2004 17:07:55: Re: My Circumcision Situation
As an answer to: My Circumcision Situation written by Josh B at 25 Dec 2004 02:50:19:
>1.) Will I be able to go about everyday life (going to class, etc.) without it being obvious that I have had this operation done?
You could to some degree. You could be uncomfortable for the first and second week. If possible you should probably consider having a week or so off from your usual day-to-day business. Once the stitches are out though, it's pretty much back to normal in terms of getting on with things - though rough stuff like sports are out of the questions for a while.
>2.) Are the scars afterwards gross looking (after swelling has gone down and it is more in its "permanent" state)?
If you are old enough, an easy way to get an idea of what a circumcised penis looks like is to take a look at some porn. Like you suggest, during the healing period it's swollen and messed up looking. Once that stage has passed your permanent state should look pretty much like most of others. As with all surgery there are risks and post-surgery there are always one or two horror stories. These are rare though and are not the norm.
>3.) What kind of circumcision would I ask for if I want it to have the "I've had it circumcized since birth" kind of thing?
Circumcised since birth could mean anything. All circumcision is a removal of some foreskin. There are just various terms. A full circumcision is generally where pretty much all the foreskin is removed. A partial, or loose, circumcision is where a lot less foreskin is removed.
>4.)After the surgery how long will I have to sit out of sports, because I do participate in a spring Lacrosse team, but I'm willing to take time off for this?
A couple of months.
>If i have anymore I'll be sure to post them. Thanks alot everyone I really appreciate this. Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas. Good luck.