Should I get cut?

[Hobocamp]

I am fourteen and am uncut. I have had phimosis but I don't anymore and I still have some like adhesions that connect my foreskin to my head, I went to the doctor for aphyaical an he told me that. Anyway, I was wondering if I should get cut. I don't like my foreskin. If I could get othe peoples input, that would be great. Also, I don't know how I would tell my dad that. It would be awkward.

[sunsings]

well if you dont like the foreskin.... i dont see why you shouldnt get "cut"... i mean its tottaly up to you.. and ur parents i would think.... and as for talking to ur dad about it.... sometimes i just randomly throw stuff into the middle of conversatons... or you could just build up the courage and go up to him and ask him flat out... "dad id like to get my forskin removed"... btw i am cut... and personally i like it that way!

[Mzor203]

Before you think more on this, I have a couple things you should think about. This is in no way trying to change your opinion.

Many seem to think that getting your foreskin cut is a simple matter of chopping it off. It's mainly that, but then there is a lengthy recovery process. It includes months? of sexual downtime... including no masturbation.

Next, it's surgery. Surgery require money, and since this isn't a totally necessary thing, I'm pretty sure health insurance won't cover it. It may not seem that pressing to you, but it's cash out of your parents' pockets that, once again, is not completely necessary.

In the end it is completely up to you. If it's what you want, and it will make you happy, there really isn't any reason why you shouldn't. A foreskin is just a simple flap of skin, so there isn't any harm in taking it off. Just make sure to give it a good thinking through before you make the decision.

As for approaching parents, it's really nothing to worry about. Your penis is an area that isn't the most comfortable place to talk about, but in this context it doesn't have to be sexual at all. If you simply explain that it has been annoying you, and making it hard to upkeep,they won't see anything other than a valid concern of yours, and should be helpful to give you some help. Don't think - just do it. Once it's over, it's over, and you don't have to worry about it any more.

Good luck with whatever your decide to do. :)

[kyle95]

it's none of ur dad's business. if he asks, tell him it's a medical necessity, end of discussion

[orangecounty]

Well, the downtime may be worth it if it is that annoying to you. Your judgement.

[IAMWILL]

it's none of ur dad's business. if he asks, tell him it's a medical necessity, end of discussion

Im sorry, but I completely disagree with this. It is all as much the parent's business as it is his business, because he is their son. It is pretty much their decision, because they will be the ones paying for it and arranging it.

If you really really desire to be cut, although I probably wouldn't in your position (although that is entirely my opinion), all it is a flap of skin. A lot of people I know that were uncut then got circumcised regret it, and remember, you can't just change your mind midway through of after you've gotten the surgery. Its really something to think about, but your decision.

[nexus1727]

It is scientifically proven that there are a lot of benefits to being cut (cleaner for u, cleaner for the girls, protection against HIV, reducing risk of other diseases....etc etc)..

however, i do kinda agree with what "Enbelism" wrote....since u'r 14, recovery from circumcision would be a lengthy process, not to mention uneasy...
so i suggest u have a talk with ur doctor to find out more, maybe the benefits to getting cut out-weigh the disadvantages of the recovery process :)

[ocguy]

Being cut is better, but adult circumcision sounds painful.

[YourFriend]

it's none of ur dad's business. if he asks, tell him it's a medical necessity, end of discussion

that's nonsense, it's his dad's business also, i mean how would you go on a surgery without telling your dad? now you tell me that

[zacset]

As to Kyle95's comment - it is his dad's business as he will most likely be the one giving consent to the surgery. I'm pretty sure a minor can't just walk into a hospital and snap his fingers saying 'chop chop boys let's get it off.'

The point is although it's completely your decision, it's irreversible and I am bias. I really disagree with getting 'cut,' unless it's necessary, in your case you don't make it clear so I presume that it's not, you don't tell us what's wrong excluding telling us it's annoying.

Is it sore, itchy or is it that you just don't like the extra skin.

[Stevo 69]

Erm i'm not sure that you will be able to get circumcised just because you don't like the foreskin, circumcision only happens for medical or religious reasons

I really don't think that a doctor will allow it to happen, you need to have a good enough reason

[Rain Boy]

I guess it's up to you but I wouldn't do anything rash. Until you're 18, your parents have to OK it, and if nothing is really wrong with your penis, then insurance might not pay for it.

[byee]

What is it about this topic? Everyone seems to fall off the rails whenever it comes up.

To the OP, answer the following questions, I suspect both your dad and the doc will ask these, anyways:

1) What is it about your foreskin you do not like?

2) What do you expect it will be like to not have one? What do you think the difference will be?

I think you need to make what's called and 'informed decision' here. It IS your body, and you can do what you want with it. But, it's always best to make that decision after carefully weighing your thoughts, feelings, and expectations (as well as all the options), so that you're more likely to feel OK about the final result (whichever you choose), rather than act hastily and maybe regretting it later b/c you haven't thought it thru.

Before talking with your dad, maybe you should give it some thought, and maybe answer those 2 questions. And, then we might be able to help you process your feelings/thoughts about it all, rather than offer recommendations based more on our own issues with this topic.

[pkid]

Well don't be afraid to tell your dad this because it's got to do with somethingnl very important... Anyways if you got cut in this age I heard it would hurt like hell, it would have been better if you were a baby because even if it also hurts like hell you would remember how much it hurt

[Donkey]

There are pros and cons with circumcision, I know several guys who have been circumcised and don't like it. If something can be done about your adhesions (ask your doctor), I strongly suggest you go with that. Circumcision is very dramatic and unneeded when other things can be done to help. But, some guys are really happy with being circumcised.

You have to make the right choice for yourself, as you can't go back to the surgery and ask of they can glue your foreskin on again. There is a pretty long and boring recovery, where you can't masturbate, would have to be very careful, and stay at home all the time.

[gone]

well its your chose but heres my two cents, NOOOOOO!! dont do it!!, you loose pleasure, I would never even consider getting circumcised consider yourself a lucky that you get to choose though unlike those who got cut at birth, Im intact and so happy with it :) but hey.. what ever floats your boat :)

[nexus1727]

Bluey it is known that cut and uncut boys experience the exact same pleasure :)..a lot of research was done abt it and results came in equal

[gone]

Bluey it is known that cut and uncut boys experience the exact same pleasure :)..a lot of research was done abt it and results came in equal

really, ok cool, Im wrong.. cut away.. :S

[Hobocamp]

Yeah, I've decided to not get it done.

[TAC1]

it's none of ur dad's business. if he asks, tell him it's a medical necessity, end of discussion

It is also his dads business because his dad is the one that has to pay for it if he decides to get it done.Besides his dad should know whats going on.

[CestDan]

I think you should do it, specially for the problems that you are telling. Besides that, I think it can be cleaner and better for you because your penis will feel better itself.

[The Joker]

it's none of ur dad's business. if he asks, tell him it's a medical necessity, end of discussion

OP: Dad, I'm going to get a circumcision.

OP's dad: Why?!?!

OP: Fuck you dad, it's none of your business! I CAN GET ANY SURGERY WITHOUT YOUR PERMISSION!

Sounds ridiculous, and it is.