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What is Circumcision?

Circumcision is a surgical or ritual removal of the foreskin of the penis. The photos below show the appearance of the uncircumcised penis in a newborn, the penis immediately after circumcision is done, and the appearance of the circumcised penis in a 2 month old.

 

The uncircumcised penis.

 

The penis immediately after circumcision.

 

The appearance of the circumcised penis after healing is complete.

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