Usually in children General anaesthesia over local anaesthesia  is preferred Intubation for small procedure is really effortful and extra stress for you too Better Get it done under local after counselling Stapler circumcision is one more recent advance..

You can opt for general anaesthesia or sedation but generally not necessary. LA is safe and less problematic both for doctor and you also.

If your uncomfortable with local Anesthesia , you can do under regional

Medical Advice: Yes, circumcision can be done under general anesthesia, but: Preferred Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia (LA): Most commonly used in adults Less risk, quick recovery, lower cost Safe and effective when done properly General Anesthesia (GA): Reserved for patients with high anxiety, very low pain threshold, or in children Requires fasting, pre-anesthetic checkup, and operating room setup Slightly higher risk and cost Sedation + LA: A good compromise for anxious patients Keeps you relaxed, while avoiding deep general anesthesia Suggestion: Speak to your surgeon/anesthetist — they can plan general anesthesia if you're highly uncomfortable with LA. Don’t delay circumcision if it’s been advised — chronic balanitis or recurrent inflammation can lead to complications. Would you like a simple comparison table of LA vs GA for circumcision?