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A circumcision is the removal of the normal male foreskin. After your son's circumcision there will be either a visible incision or a plastibell, which is a small plastic ring. The incision is red and tender at first. The tenderness should be minimal by the third day. The scab at the incision line comes off in 7 to 10 days. If a Plastibell ring was used, it should fall off by 14 days (10 days on the average). While it cannot fall off too early, don't pull it off because you could cause bleeding.

 

quest How can I take care of my child?

 

  • Plastibell ring type Gently cleanse the area with water 2 times a day or whenever it becomes soiled. Soap is usually unnecessary. A small amount of petroleum jelly or an antibiotic ointment should be applied to the incision line once a day to keep it soft during healing.
  • Incision type (no plastic ring is present) Remove the dressing (which is usually gauze with petroleum jelly) with warm compresses 24 hours after the circumcision was done. Then care for the area as described for the Plastibell.

 

note Call the pediatrician if there is:

 

  • The urine comes out in dribbles,(difficulty urinating).
  • The head of the penis turns blue or black.
  • The incision line bleeds more than a few drops.
  • The circumcision looks infected. Your baby develops a fever.
  • Your baby is acting sick.
  • Swelling Foul smelling discharge
  • Consistent redness that appears suddenly and does not disappear after a few days
  • The Plastibell ring starts moving in the wrong direction.
  • The Plastibell ring does not fall off within 14 days. (Note: It can't fall off too early.)

 

 
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