Adults Circumcision in Lodon
16 years+
At Circumcision Pro we are an inclusive clinic and understand that there are many reasons why an adult male may wish to get circumcised. Medical indications for a circumcision in adulthood are more common than in children. There are a number of medical conditions that require a circumcision for resolution of symptoms.
Others may be seeking a circumcision for lifestyle reasons such as religious and cultural preferences or perhaps even for their partner. Many consider a circumcised penis to be aesthetically more pleasing and hence opt for this procedure. Whatever the reason, we are here to help and provide you with the best available care.
Aside from religious reasons, cultural reasons and lifestyle choice, circumcision may relieve certain medical problems. The most common medical complaint is a tight foreskin. A tight foreskin can cause:
- Problems with passing urine and/or recurrent urine infections.
- Pain during sexual intercourse.
Often the cause of a tight foreskin (or phimosis) is a condition called Balanitis Xerotica Oblitarans (BXO). BXO is inflammation of the glans (head of the penis) and can be the result of skin irritation or recurrent infections. It is associated with skin conditions including lichen planus, eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. Persistent inflammation from irritation or an allergic reaction can be treated with mild topical steroids. However, if this persists the foreskin can become very tight and scarred.
Fungal and bacterial infections can also be responsible and require topical antibiotics and antifungal creams. Balanitis can also be the result of sexually transmitted infections and has a strong association with the spread of HIV.
Symptoms and signs of balanitis include tight, shiny skin on the glans, redness around the glans, Inflammation, soreness, itchiness, or irritation of the glans, a thick, lumpy discharge under the foreskin, an unpleasant smell, tight foreskin that cannot be pulled back, painful urination, swollen glands near the penis and sores on the glans.
It is important to speak with your doctor about why a circumcision is being recommended for you.
Adult Circumcision Clinic in London
How is the circumcision performed?
Traditional Cut & Stitch Circumcision
For adult males a traditional Cut & Stitch Circumcision can be performed using the forceps-guided technique, sleeve technique or freehand technique. These are essentially different techniques for cutting the desired length of foreskin. Following this the inner and outer skin are stitched together. The result is a neat scar. Marks from the stitches can initially be seen but these do normally fade with time. The stitches used are dissolvable and will fall away by themselves. This usually takes about 2 to 3 weeks. The procedure normally takes about 45 minutes and is performed under local anaesthetic. For an additional fee, the procedure can be performed under sedation as well. Recovery takes about 4 to 6 weeks.
Glue Method
We are now offering skin glue as an alternative to sutures. The foreskin is excised using either a forceps-guided, sleeve or freehand technique. However, instead of using dissolvable stitches all around a small number of anchoring stitches are placed and skin glue used in between. This method of skin closure has significant advantages in terms of less postoperative pain, faster recovery and no stitch marks. The cosmetic result is excellent and better than a Cut & Stitch method. The glue method is also performed under local anaesthetic and typically takes around 45minutes. For an additional fee, the procedure can be performed under sedation. Glue will slough off within 10 days. Recovery is a bit quicker but can still take up to 6 weeks.
CircCurer™ STAPLER Circumcision
At Circumcision Pro we are the first and currently the only clinic in London to offer our clients the CirCurer™ Stapler Circumcision. This is a special disposable stapler device that is able to excise the foreskin creating a clean and precise cut and staple the inner and outer skin together in a single step. This means the entire circumcision can be carried out in less than 10 minutes!. The CircCurer Stapler™ is designed to be easy to use, fast, and efficient. CirCurer™ is associated with LESS pain, LESS bleeding, FASTER healing and an excellent cosmetic result. Staples fall out within 2 to 4 weeks. The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic. Complete recovery can be as fast as 2 to 4 weeks.
Cut & Stitch Method
Glue Method
Stapler Method
Operation Time
30-45 minutes
45-60 minutes
Less than 10 minutes
Bleeding
1% - 2%
1% - 2%
Less than 1%
Infection
2% - 3%
2% - 3%
Less than 1%
Post Operative Pain
1 week
1 week
1 - 3 days
Scar
Uneven scar, stitch marks, poor cosmetic outcome
Excellent cosmetic outcome
Excellent cosmetic outcome
Healing
4 - 6 weeks
4 - 6 weeks
2 - 3 weeks
Under some circumstances, other treatments may be considered but circumcision remains the most common treatment option to relieve your symptoms. Alternatives to a circumcision include:
- Frenuloplasty – this is an operation to cut and lengthen your frenulum, which is the small tag of skin on the underside of your penis, between your foreskin and the shaft of your penis. If the frenulum is short or torn, you may have problems pulling your foreskin back.
- Dorsal slit – in this procedure the foreskin is cut to widen and loosen it, so it can be pulled back more easily.
- Prepuceplasty – this is more of a minor procedure than a circumcision. The foreskin is cut and stitched to widen it.
- Your surgeon can explain these treatments if they are suitable for you
We use local anaesthetic to numb the area. You will not feel any pain during the procedure. The anaesthetic will last for approximately 2 hours. Thereafter you will have some discomfort for the next couple of days and will require regular painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen. Night time erections in the immediate post-operative phase can be extremely uncomfortable and also risk breaking stitches or pulling apart skin edges that have been glued together. In order to minimise this risk, we suggest ensuring you have emptied your bladder completely prior to going to bed.
There are a number of different, well recognised, styles of circumcision. Some of the variations in circumcision have medical benefits whereas others are purely for aesthetic reasons. At Circumcision Pro we can cater for most styles of circumcisions.
On The Day
Local Anaesthetic
The circumcision is performed as briefly described above. The procedure will take around 1 hour. There is a nurse assisting our surgeon. Should you feel uncomfortable with a female nurse being present during the procedure please let us know in advance and we will make every attempt to ensure we have a male nurse present to assist instead. We advise clients to bring a book or tablet to read, listen to music or watch a movie during the procedure. This will make the whole experience more comfortable for yourself.
We will ask you to remain in the clinic for 20 to 30 minutes after the procedure such that we can check to ensure there is no bleeding and also to review the aftercare instructions with you and answer any further questions you may have.
Understandably some are extremely anxious when it comes to having a circumcision under local anaesthetic alone. In cases where the clients are very anxious and don’t feel they will be able to tolerate and/or cope with the procedure under local anaesthetic we are now able to offer Circumcision under Sedation. We are the only Circumcision Clinic in the UK able to offer this.
In the majority of cases we perform the circumcision under local anaesthetic alone. This means we numb the penis with an anaesthetic injection and following this nothing is felt at all. Clients are completely awake and aware of what is going on and we usually encourage distraction by watching an Ipad or listening to music.
For some, understandably, this is extremely distressing despite not being able to feel anything. In this case we are able to perform the circumcision under sedation. This means they are given medication to reduce their level of consciousness without making them completely unconscious. At the end of the procedure once they have recovered from the sedation they will have no recollection of the procedure. For further information please look at our Circumcision Under Sedation section.
The Aftercare
After Care for Cut & Stitch
You will receive a local anaesthetic nerve block to numb the penis before his circumcision. This nerve block should last for at least 60 to 90 minutes. For this period you will not feel any pain.
After the operation the penis will be swollen and look very bruised. This is a normal effect of both the injected anaesthetic and the handling it receives during the operation. These will gradually reduce over the next week or two.
The bandage will normally be wound tightly around the penis and it will consist of some simple gauze. We advise that you try to keep this in place for the first few days. If it comes apart you can obtain sterile gauze swabs (4 pack) and micropore tape from your pharmacy or GP practice nurse if you require anymore.
You will receive absorbable stitches and hence these do not need to be removed. They will fall off themselves. Please do not pull at the stitches.
The glue will get absorbed in 5 to 10 days and will naturally fall off the skin. Do not apply liquid or ointment medications or any other product to the wound whilst the glue is still in place.
The staples will normally fall out within 2 to 3 weeks. We also carry out a follow up at 4 weeks with all our clients to ensures all the staples have fallen out. Rarely it maybe necessary to return to clinic to have the staples removed. If this is needed it is a quick and relatively painless procedure.
Avoid having a bath for the first few days. Do not soak or scrub the wound whilst showering. Gently blot the area to dry it using a soft towel.
You may need to take pain killers for a few days afterwards. Please follow the instructions on the packet. Do not take aspirin or any other medicine which may thin the blood and have an anti-clotting action which can increase bleeding from a wound.
Erections, particularly soon after the operation, can result in excessive pulling on stitches and also cause some bleeding. To reduce the effect of night erections pulling on the wound or bleeding during the first few days, ensure you empty your bladder before retiring and a few times during the night.
FAQ's: Adults
When can I return to work?
Every patient reacts differently to the anaesthetic, and there is no definite rule as to when you should return to work. Most people take a week off, although this will depend on your recovery and the type of work that you do. If you work in an office, you should take at least two to three days off after your operation. If your job involves manual labour, please do not work for at least week after your operation. Have some rest to help you to heal and to let the anaesthetic wear off properly.
Please do not return to work until you feel ready to do so and do not play any sports for 4 weeks after the operation.
A week off work is very desirable. You should also avoid energetic or contact sports, as well as cycling and swimming until your circumcision has fully healed. This normally takes about 6 weeks.
Please do not have sexual intercourse for four weeks after the operation. This will:
- Allow your wound to heal
- Help to avoid infection
- Lower the risk of bleeding.
If there are any abnormalities such as Hypospadias or a severe buried penis then circumcision will not be performed.
Hypospadius is when the opening to the urethra (where urine exits from) is not at the tip of the head of the penis but instead is running along the base of the head of the penis and in some cases the shaft.
A buried penis is defined as when there is a large amount of pelvic fat sitting just behind the base of the penis and gives the illusion of the penis being shorter in length than it actually is. The result is that it is partially or completely hidden below the surface of the skin.
We do not routinely prescribe antibiotics after the procedure. We do, however, prescribe you an antibiotic cream to apply to the wound 3 times a day in the week following the procedure.
At Circumcision Pro, we believe our clients are clients for life and we are always on hand to help answer your questions and address your concerns. At the initial consultation, we will go through the entire aftercare process with you. We will also provide you with a comprehensive pack consisting of relevant prescriptions, a summary sheet of the aftercare instructions, a letter to be handed into your son’s GP stating what specific procedure has been performed as well as our 24/7 contact details.
