Circumcision in Romania

For newborn circumcision, the baby will be positioned to lie on his back, with his arms and legs restrained. After the penis and surrounding area are cleansed, a local anesthetic, e.g. lidocaine or xylocaine, will be injected into the base of the penis or applied to the penis as a cream. A plastic ring (clamp) will be attached to the penis, and the foreskin will be pushed back and removed. After the procedure has been done, the penis will be covered with an ointment (topical antibiotic or petroleum jelly) and wrapped loosely with gauze. The procedure generally takes about 10 minutes.

Circumcision for older boys and adults is slightly different. The doctor must always take informed consent, giving all the information about possible adverse effects and complications. The procedure in adults may need to be performed under general anesthesia instead of local anesthesia so that the patient undergoing the procedure does not feel pain. General anesthetics include propofol, etomidate, isoflurane, benzodiazepines and barbiturates, et cetera. The procedure is commonly performed using either the dorsal slit or the sleeve technique. The dorsal slit is especially useful in patients who have phimosis. The sleeve technique may provide better control of bleeding in patients with large subcutaneous veins. A dorsal penile nerve block, with or without a circumferential penile block, provides adequate anesthesia. Informed consent must be obtained. is removed with a scalpel, and it takes around 1 hour.

leave the same day as the surgery. However, it is important to have regular check-ups with the surgeon during recovery.

You should plan to stay in Romania for at least 2 to 3 days after your surgery, this will allow for the initial recovery and follow-up check-ups and etc.

The doctor uses small absorbable stitches during the procedure which do not require removal. However, follow-up care is necessary for your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse call line if you are having problems. It's also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. Be aware that you will need to stay within the area until you get the go-ahead from your surgeon that you can travel back home.

• Within minutes, hours, or an entire day, the cut edges of the glans close up and the bleeding stops.
• At first, i.e immediately after the procedure, the glans may appear glossy and red due to lack of exposure to the external environment provided by the mucous membrane that naturally covered it before circumcision. Once the membrane is exposed, it thickens and becomes darker.
• Your penis may swell and bruise for the first 2 days. The swelling usually goes down within 2 to 3 weeks after surgery. Keeping the penis upright aids in speedy recovery. This can be done by wearing underwear that best suits your needs.

For Babies:

• The baby will be cranky and irritable after the procedure. Giving baby pain killers like acetaminophen will help.
• Leave your infant's dressing (lubricant gauze) on for 24 hours after the circumcision.
• It is advised to apply a petroleum-based ointment (such as Vaseline) to the end of the penis after every bath and with each diaper change. This aids in healing.
• Go to the nearest emergency department if your child has excessive bleeding, fever, worsening redness or swelling, yellow liquid draining from the incision site or dysuria.

For Adults:

• Get plenty of rest and sleep so that you can heal properly and your body is not exhausted.
• Put ice or a cold pack on your groin for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Try to do this every 1 to 2 hours for the first day. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin.
• Position your penis so that your underwear keeps it upright.
• It is advised to limit all sexual activity (both intercourse and masturbation) for 6 weeks, or until the doctor approves.
• You will probably have a few erections. It is advised to not stimulate the penis. The erections will not cause harm as long as they are left alone.
• Try to walk each day. Start by walking a little more than you did the day before. Bit by bit, increase the amount you walk.
• You may shower when you no longer have a bandage on your penis. You may also take short baths if you wish. However, after washing off, it is recommended that you dry the site of the incision.
• Avoid strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, for 4 weeks or until your doctor says it is okay.
• You can return to work and normal activities, including driving, when you are comfortable doing them.
• You can eat your normal diet. In the case of an upset stomach, best to try bland, low-fat foods like plain rice, broiled chicken, toast, and yogurt.
• Drink plenty of fluids (unless your doctor tells you not to).

Circumcision is an optional procedure done in male infants. The procedure is done usually due to religious and cultural reasons and depends completely on the parents' decision. It is not compulsory to get a baby circumcised.

Later in life, a man can choose for himself to be circumcised, or if a medical condition occurs, the doctor can advise a patient to be circumcised.