Circumcision in the child

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Evaluation of the difficulty in retracting the skin that covers the glans, distinguishing the situations proper to development from the changes that require treatment. Circumcision is one of the options when there is an indication for surgery.

How is circumcision performed?

In the AEGER Prima Clinic, in Lisbon, circumcision is performed by specialized urologists, with complete follow-up from the first consultation to full recovery, ensuring safety, comfort, and lasting results.

When may it be necessary?

Not all foreskin that does not retract is a problem — and not all cases require surgery.

It's not always a disease, IT MAY BE NORMAL

In babies and children, it is common for the foreskin not to retract completely.

It usually becomes mobile with growth, and if it does not cause symptoms, it does not require treatment.

The foreskin may fill with urine

Isolated, this does not mean obstruction.

An important rule: do not force

Forcing the foreskin back can cause pain, small wounds, and scarring.

Signs

There are signs that deserve evaluation

Request a medical evaluation if there is:

01

Pain or difficulty
urinating

02

Very thin
urine stream

03

Recurrent
infections

04

Fissures
or bleeding

05

White and hardened
ring

05

It used to retract
and stopped retracting

The medical examination distinguishes normal development from pathological phimosis.

It's not always necessary to operate

The age, symptoms, and examination of the child guide the decision.

01

MONITOR

When there are no symptoms and development is compatible with age.

02

TREAT

Local care or prescribed corticosteroid cream, when indicated.

03

OPERATE

Especially if there is scarring, recurrent inflammation, or persistent symptoms despite treatment.

Circumcision is a clinical possibility — not an automatic response.

If surgery is indicated

Circumcision removes the foreskin, including the tight or scarred area.

What the treatment seeks to resolve

01

Relieve symptoms

02

Allow urination without difficulty

03

Reduce new inflammation related to the clinical indication

20–30
minutes

USUAL DISCHARGE
on the same day
It is usually performed under general anesthesia. The total time spent in the clinic is longer than the surgery time.

Recovery is not a single deadline

Each stage returns at its own time.

3–7 days

Return to school

≈ 2 weeks

Light sports

≈ 4 weeks

Bicycle, physical education, and contact sports

4–6 weeks

Complete healing

Approximate times: vary with age, clinical situation, and surgeon's guidance.

SEEK HELP QUICKLY

If the child cannot urinate or if the foreskin gets stuck. After surgery: persistent bleeding, fever, increasing swelling, or severe pain.

what is evaluated in the treatment

01.

Phimosis or pathological conditions:

If the patient has difficulty retracting the foreskin, recurrent infections, or other clinical conditions that may justify circumcision.

02.

Hygiene and comfort:

The doctor will assess the patient's level of comfort, taking into account their hygiene and potential complications caused by the presence of the foreskin.

03.

Aesthetic or cultural reasons:

For patients seeking circumcision for aesthetic or religious reasons, the doctor will discuss expectations and benefits of the procedure.

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