However, even with this increased risk only 1% of uncircumcised males will be affected with the increased risk. Circumcision can also decrease the incidence of sexually transmitted infections. Inflammation, irritation, and infection are also more common in uncircumcised males. This happens because the penis is not cleaned properly. It is easier to keep a circumcised penis clean. However, uncircumcised males can learn how to clean under the foreskin which can reduce problems associated with not being circumcised. Some people say circumcision will lessen the sensitivity of the tip of the penis. However, these findings are not conclusive because they are subjective. (Chapman & Durham,
However, even with this increased risk only 1% of uncircumcised males will be affected with the increased risk. Circumcision can also decrease the incidence of sexually transmitted infections. Inflammation, irritation, and infection are also more common in uncircumcised males. This happens because the penis is not cleaned properly. It is easier to keep a circumcised penis clean. However, uncircumcised males can learn how to clean under the foreskin which can reduce problems associated with not being circumcised. Some people say circumcision will lessen the sensitivity of the tip of the penis. However, these findings are not conclusive because they are subjective. (Chapman & Durham,