Circumcision healing – so how long does it take?

Recovery timeline

In the time after the surgery, you’ll likely experience swelling and bruising on and around the penis. This is to be expected. Apply an ice pack to your groin area for 10 to 20 minute windows of time every two hours. Be sure to put a thin piece of fabric between the ice and your skin.

Recovery from adult circumcision typically takes two to three weeks. You may need to request a week off from work. Some people will not be able to return to normal activities for longer.

For the first few days of recovery, it is important the dressings around your penis stay clean so you can reduce the risk of infection and aid your circumcision healing. On day two or three, your doctor may ask you to return to their office to have the dressings replaced.

After consulting and getting your doctor’s permission, you may be able to return to normal activity, including exercise, four weeks after the procedure. In addition, masturbating and sexual intercourse may need a slightly longer waiting time, like up to six weeks.

In conclusion, your doctor can advise you on an appropriate turnaround time based on your individual healing and health.

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