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Circumcision Questions

A circumcision removes the foreskin covering the head of the penis. During healing, the area can look red or swollen and may develop a yellowish film.

Normal healing causes most early changes after circumcision. Bleeding, infection, tight dressings and problems with urination are possible complications.

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AAP Guide to Circumcision Questions

The AAP guide below explains normal healing, routine care and when to call us.

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When to see a doctor

Contact your pediatrician or another healthcare professional if:

  • Redness or swelling keeps increasing.
  • Pus, a bad odor or significant drainage develops.
  • Your baby has fever or seems ill.
  • Your baby is not urinating normally.
  • Bleeding continues or keeps returning.

Call 911 or get emergency care if:

  • Bleeding is heavy and cannot be controlled.
  • Your baby cannot urinate and has severe swelling.
  • Your baby appears severely ill or has another life-threatening emergency.

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When can my child be seen

Be seen today.

Every office keeps same-day appointments for illness and injury.

This evening or at the weekend.

Most offices run After Hours Care, by appointment rather than walk-in.

If you are worried, call. We would rather answer a question that turns out to be nothing.

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