11 Circumcision Doctors in Gurgaon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Circumcision?

Circumcision is a surgical procedure done to remove narrow or un-retractable foreskin covering the tip of the penis which may often cause discomfort to men during sexual intercourse or may develop infections over and under the foreskin and tip of the penis.

What are the uses of Circumcision?

Following are the uses of Circumcision:

1. Prevent cancers, infections, or sexually transferred diseases of the penis
2. Infections of foreskin
3. Conditions which may be caused due to the restricted movement of the foreskin like phimosis, balanitis, paraphimosis, etc

In what conditions Circumcision is indicated?

Indications of Circumcision are the following:

1. Balanitis (Swelling of the head of the penis)
2. Paraphimosis (restriction of the blood flow to the end of the penis)
3. Phimosis (Unable to pull back the foreskin)
4. Balanoposthitis (inflammation of the foreskin and penile tip)

How a patient should prepare for Circumcision?

1. Should discuss all the risks, complications, and benefits of circumcision with the doctor.
2. Inform the doctor about the past and present medications and medical history.
3. The patient should undergo a few lab tests suggested by the doctor.
4. The doctor may evaluate and check the patient health condition.

How Circumcision is performed?

Circumcision is performed by following the below steps:

1. The excess foreskin will be retracted to its original position and will be cut by a series of upper, lower and side incisions.
2. The edges of the foreskin and blood vessels will be closed with sutures or surgical gum and dressed with sterile bandages.

What can be done after Circumcision?

Care must be taken by the individuals after the surgery like:

1. Use of antibiotics and pain killers as prescribed by the doctor.
2. Regular followup till the incisions heal completely.
3. Avoiding sexual intercourses in case of adults for at least 7-10 days. 
4. The caretaker must follow all the instructions as suggested by the doctor.

Who can perform Circumcision?

Circumcision can be performed by:

1. General surgeon
2. Pediatrician (for infants)
3. Urologist
4. Obstetrician
5. A well-experienced family doctor

What is the price of Circumcision in Gurgaon?

Price of Circumcision in Gurgaon may vary due to the following factors:

1. Age of the patient
2. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc
3. Type of hospital
4. Surgeon fee
5. The medical condition of the patient
6. Type of surgery planned to be performed.
7. Post-surgical complications that are involved
8. The admission room that you opted forAdmission fee

Minimum amount to be paid in Gurgaon starts from Rs. 14,280

Average expenses in Gurgaon is approximately Rs. 23,498

Maximum charges in Gurgaon rises up to Rs.54,000

Whether Circumcision a major procedure or minor procedure?

Circumcision is a minor procedure.

Who are eligible to undergo Circumcision?

Eligible candidates for Circumcision are:

1. Male child
2. Adults with difficulty retracting the penile foreskin 
3. Religious considerations

Who are ineligible to undergo Circumcision?

Ineligible candidates for Circumcision are:

1. Bleeding disorders
2. Current penile infections
3. Individuals who are 80 years or above

What can be the complications and risks associated with Circumcision?

Complications and risks associated with Circumcision are:

1. Difficulty urination
2. Bleeding
3. Urethral damage and difficulty in urination
4. Improper healing or reattachment of the foreskin in rare cases.

How much time does a patient take to recover from Circumcision?

A person may take about 7 to 15 days to recover from Circumcision.

What is the success rate of Circumcision?

The success rate of Circumcision is determined by factors such as:

1. Type of surgery performed
2. The medical condition of the patient
3. Experience of the surgeon
4. Patient's age

However, the success rate of Circumcision maybe 60-80%

Does Circumcision cause pain?
The patient may experience slight discomfort after the procedure. However, the doctor may recommend anti-infectives and pain killers to prevent infections and to ease the pain till the incisions heal.

What can be the long-term effects of Circumcision?

Few long-term goals to look for after Circumcision are:

1. Improvement in erectile function and overall sexual satisfaction
2. Relief from the difficulty caused by the narrow foreskin

What can be done after Circumcision failure?

Your doctor may suggest a revision surgery or may prescribe gels or creams which can provide some relief.

What are other options for Circumcision?

Other options for Circumcision are the following:

1. Expanding the foreskin by regular stretching
2. Topical steroid creams
3. Plastic surgery methods like preputioplasty