Adult Circumcision in Johor Bahru and Batu Pahat, Johor
Circumcision for adult men, for medical, religious or hygiene reasons, performed by consultant urologist Dato’ Dr Azhar Amir Hamzah with care for comfort and healing.
What is adult circumcision?
Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin, the skin covering the head of the penis. Adult men have it done for religious reasons, before marriage, for hygiene, or to treat problems such as a tight foreskin (phimosis) or repeated infections under the foreskin.
Reasons for circumcision
- Religious or cultural reasons, including conversion to Islam
- A tight foreskin that will not pull back (phimosis)
- A foreskin stuck behind the head of the penis (paraphimosis)
- Repeated inflammation or infection under the foreskin (balanitis)
- Pain or tearing of the foreskin during sex
- Personal or hygiene preference
Common conditions treated
- Phimosis
- Paraphimosis
- Balanitis
- Scarring of the foreskin
How Dato’ Dr Azhar performs circumcision
Dato’ Dr Azhar first examines the foreskin and checks for any condition that needs treatment, such as diabetes in men with repeated infections. He explains the method, recovery and estimated cost. Circumcision is usually done as a day procedure under local or general anaesthesia, with dissolving stitches. You go home the same day with clear wound care instructions and a follow up visit.
When to see a urologist
- A foreskin that is tight, painful or will not pull back
- Repeated redness, swelling or discharge under the foreskin
- Planning circumcision for religious or personal reasons
- A foreskin stuck behind the head of the penis: seek urgent care
FAQs
Is adult circumcision painful?
The procedure is done under anaesthesia. Afterwards there is some soreness for a few days, controlled with pain relief.
How long does healing take?
Most men heal in two to four weeks. Avoid sex and heavy exercise until the wound has healed.
Can I go home the same day?
Yes. It is usually a day procedure.