Newborn Nursery at LPCH

Buried Penis

photo by Janelle Aby, MD

In some infants, the penis appears to be "buried" in the tissues surrounding it. This is another contraindication to routine circumcision, as it could result in the penis becoming trapped underneath the healing circumcision site and result in an overall worsening of the condition.

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