{"id":591,"date":"2026-03-19T08:11:42","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T08:11:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/umberloikamine\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T07:56:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T07:56:45","slug":"circumcision","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/services\/circumcision\/","title":{"rendered":"Circumcision"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ama-block block-txtmedia\"><div class=\"block__body\"><div class=\"body__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-el\">What is circumcision?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-el\"><strong>Circumcision is a minor surgical procedure in which the foreskin of the penis is removed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">The operation is performed for medical reasons (for example recurrent inflammation or foreskin narrowing \u2014 phimosis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is generally well tolerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#read-more\">Read more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"body__media\"><div class=\"splide ama_light_gallery_block\" data-splide={\"type\":\"fade\",\"arrows\":false,\"pagination\":false}><div class=\"splide__track\"><ul class=\"splide__list\"><li class=\"splide__slide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC03582-1216x811.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"608\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC03582-608x900.jpg\" class=\"attachment-txtmedia size-txtmedia\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"read-more\" class=\"ama-block block-cards\"><div class=\"block__body\" data-cols=\"2\"><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">How is the operation performed?<\/p><ul>\n<li>Local anesthesia is given by injection before the procedure.<\/li>\n<li>Within a few minutes the area becomes numb.<\/li>\n<li>The doctor then removes the foreskin.<\/li>\n<li>The wound is closed with dissolvable sutures.<\/li>\n<li>A comfortable dressing is applied.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The operation usually takes 30\u201360 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>You remain awake during the procedure, but you should not feel pain.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">What is important to know before the operation?<\/p><p>Blood tests may be ordered before the operation if needed.<\/p>\n<p>Inform your doctor if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>you are taking blood thinners<\/li>\n<li>you have chronic diseases<\/li>\n<li>you have allergies<\/li>\n<li>you use omega-3 \/ fish oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On the day of the operation, hygienic washing is recommended.<\/p>\n<p>Usually fasting is not required (unless the doctor has advised otherwise).<\/p>\n<p>The doctor will explain all steps before the procedure and answer your questions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">What sensations may occur after the operation?<\/p><p>After the anesthesia wears off, you may experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Moderate pain or tenderness<\/li>\n<li>Swelling and redness<\/li>\n<li>Minor bleeding during the first days<\/li>\n<li>Discomfort during erection during the healing period<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These symptoms are normal and usually improve during healing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">What to do after the operation?<\/p><ul>\n<li>Keep the area clean and dry.<\/li>\n<li>Follow the wound care instructions given by the doctor or nurse.<\/li>\n<li>Wear comfortable, supportive underwear.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid physical exertion and sports for about 2\u20133 weeks.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid sexual intercourse for about 4\u20136 weeks or according to the doctor\u2019s recommendation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pain relief medication recommended by the doctor may be used if needed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Healing<\/p><p>Initial healing usually occurs within 1\u20132 weeks. Full recovery takes about 4\u20136 weeks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">We perform all types and styles of circumcision.<\/p><p>\u201cSleeve\u201d \u2013 sleeve technique (sleeve circumcision method)<br \/>\n\u201cHigh &#038; tight circumcision\u201d \u2013 high and tight circumcision<br \/>\n\u201cHigh &#038; loose circumcision\u201d \u2013 high and loose circumcision<br \/>\n\u201cLow &#038; tight circumcision\u201d \u2013 low and tight circumcision<br \/>\n\u201cLow &#038; loose circumcision\u201d \u2013 low and loose circumcision<br \/>\n\u201cAesthetic circumcision\u201d \u2013 aesthetic circumcision<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-cards\"><div class=\"block__header text-center\"><h2>When should you contact a doctor or nurse?<\/h2><p>Contact us if you experience:<\/p><\/div><div class=\"block__body\" data-cols=\"3\"><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Severe or increasing pain<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Heavy bleeding<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">High fever<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Foul-smelling discharge<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Significant swelling that does not decrease<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-txtmedia reverse-order\"><div class=\"block__body\"><div class=\"body__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-el\">Book an appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-el\"><strong>Circumcision is a common and safe procedure intended to improve quality of life and reduce recurrent problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">Our goal is to ensure your safety, comfort, and clear understanding throughout the entire treatment process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"body__media\"><div class=\"splide ama_light_gallery_block\" data-splide={\"type\":\"fade\",\"arrows\":false,\"pagination\":false}><div class=\"splide__track\"><ul class=\"splide__list\"><li class=\"splide__slide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02964-1216x811.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"608\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02964-608x900.jpg\" class=\"attachment-txtmedia size-txtmedia\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":600,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-591","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/591","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=591"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/591\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1381,"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/591\/revisions\/1381"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/600"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=591"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}