Circumcision surgery - Prevention of infections post surgery

While circumcision itself carries minimal risks, proper aftercare plays a key role in preventing the common concerns like:

1. Bleeding
2. Infection
3. Swelling
4. Pain

We provide all patients these tips to follow while healing:

1. Clean the Incision Site Properly

Gently clean only the skin around the stitches with mild soap and warm water whenever changing bandages as advised. Don’t remove dressings entirely until cuts fully close around a week later. Always pat dry and apply prescribed ointments and fresh gauze.

2. Wear Loose Undergarments

Wear loose, breathable cotton underwear to avoid chafing the sensitive healing penis. Tight synthetics that trap moisture or rub can delay healing.

3. Monitor for Signs of Infection

Watch for abnormal symptoms signalling infection like uncontrolled bleeding, expanding redness, swelling or pus-like discharge requiring prompt care. Report fever, pain on urination or any concerns.

4. Take Medications as Directed

Proper rest, hydration and over-the-counter pain relievers can relieve post-op discomfort. But strictly follow directions on any prescribed antibiotics or wound creams as well.

5. Limit Bathing

Avoid baths or showers until dressings come off around 5-7 days later. Even after, limit water exposure for 2 weeks while healing internally and externally.

6. Follow Wound Care Advice

Rely only on my personalized guidance for scar care, cleaning procedures and prescribed ointments until you fully recover in 4-6 weeks. Don’t self-treat or take casual advice.

7. Revisit as needed

We will schedule follow-ups to check your healing, probably at 1 week, 2 weeks and 6 weeks post-op. But visit earlier if concerning symptoms emerge requiring prompt care. Don’t hesitate to call or see the Surgeon or Urologist for any queries or issues either.