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What are the benefits of medical male circumcision? Why should I have this done?
Questions and Answers
- Firstly, MMC reduces the risk of an HIV negative male contracting HIV by up 60%.
- Secondly, It reduces the risk of cervical cancer for female partner.
- Thirdly, Reduced risk of sexually-transmitted infections.
- Makes the penis easier to clean.
How long does medical male circumcision take?
How long does medical male circumcision take?
- The surgical procedure takes about 15 to 30 minutes or less.
- Then you would need to come in for follow up visits 48 hours afterwards and 7 days afterwards. The healing time for the surgical procedure is 6 weeks from the procedure.
Is medical male circumcision painful?
Is medical male circumcision painful?
- The surgical procedure is done under a local painkiller so you will not feel it.
- When the painkiller wears off, you may experience a little pain.
- Our nurse or doctor who performs the procedure will provide you with painkillers to help you deal with pain.
Why is MMC different from other kinds of circumcisions such as traditional or religious circumcision?
Why is MMC different from other kinds of circumcisions such as traditional or religious circumcision?
- The way in which MMC is performed.
- With MMC you will receive the benefits of reduced risk of HIV by up to 60%.
- MMC is performed with hygienic equipment by a qualified medical practitioner.
Is there privacy during the medical male circumcision?
Is there privacy during the medical male circumcision?
- Avoid heavy work or exercise after MMC to allow the wound to heal.
- Take good care of your wound.
- Clean your male genital part twice a day with salt-water.
- Keep your genital part clean and dry.
- Do not pull or scratch the genital part while it is healing.
What do I do if I get an erection after my medical male circumcision?
What do I do if I get an erection after my medical male circumcision?
- Avoid anything that might lead to an erection.
- You can put something cold, like an icepack, on your groin to help the erection goes away.
Will a medical male circumcision protect my partner from HIV?
Will a medical male circumcision protect my partner from HIV?
- No, if you become infected with HIV, you will pass it on to your partner unless you use a condom.
- Remember MMC can only reduce the risk of HIV by up to 60%!
Is medical male circumcision safe?
Is medical male circumcision safe?
- Firstly, any surgical procedure carries risks, but MMC is a minor surgical procedure.
- Secondly, the procedure is conducted with germ-free equipment by a qualified medical practitioner and follow up care is provided.
- Thirdly, the risk of any complication is extremely low.
- If you experience excessive bleeding or pain, you should contact your clinic or doctor immediately.
Who does the procedure?
Who does the procedure?
- Our qualified medical practitioners.
Will a medical male circumcision improve my sex life?
Will a medical male circumcision improve my sex life?
- There is no scientific evidence to suggest that MMC will improve your sex life.
- Different people experience sex differently.
Will a medical male circumcision increase my size?
Will a medical male circumcision increase my size?
- No, your size will not change.
- The appearance will be different with no skin around the tip, but the size remain the same.
Do I still need to use a condom if I’ve had a medical male circumcision?
Do I still need to use a condom if I’ve had a medical male circumcision?
- Yes! Whether you have had an MMC or not.
- You need to wear a condom when you have sex.
- The MMC will reduce your risk of contracting HIV by up to 60%, but it will not eliminate it.