Child Circumcision in Johor Bahru and Batu Pahat, Johor
Safe, gentle circumcision for babies and boys, and treatment of a tight foreskin, by consultant urologist Dato’ Dr Azhar Amir Hamzah, who is trained in paediatric urology.
What is child circumcision and phimosis?
Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin. Many families choose it for religious or cultural reasons, often during the school holidays. Phimosis means the foreskin is too tight to pull back. In young boys this is normal and usually loosens with time, but if it causes problems it can be treated with cream or circumcision.
Signs a child may need assessment
- The foreskin balloons when passing urine
- Pain, redness or swelling of the foreskin
- Repeated infections under the foreskin (balanitis)
- Scarring or a white, tight ring at the tip of the foreskin
- Difficulty passing urine
Reasons for circumcision
- Religious or cultural reasons
- Tight foreskin that does not improve with cream
- Repeated foreskin or urine infections
- Scarring of the foreskin
How Dato’ Dr Azhar assesses and performs circumcision
Dato’ Dr Azhar examines your child and explains whether circumcision is needed or whether a simple cream may loosen a tight foreskin. For circumcision, he discusses the best age, the method and the anaesthesia suited to your child, usually local anaesthesia for older boys and a short general anaesthesia for younger children. It is a day procedure, with dissolving stitches and clear aftercare advice for parents.
When to see a urologist
- Planning circumcision for religious or cultural reasons
- A tight foreskin causing pain, infection or trouble passing urine
- Swelling or redness of the foreskin that keeps coming back
- A foreskin stuck behind the head of the penis: seek urgent care
FAQs
What is the best age for circumcision?
It can be done at any age. Many families choose early childhood or school holidays. Dato’ Dr Azhar advises based on your child.
Is a tight foreskin in a young boy normal?
Yes. Most boys’ foreskins loosen naturally with age. Treatment is only needed if it causes problems.
How long does healing take?
Most children heal within one to two weeks and can return to school soon after.