Circumcision is a surgical procedure that involves partially or completely removing the foreskin (the small fold of skin covering the head of the p*nis). It can be performed at any stage of life for religious, health or cosmetic reasons. It’s very common, but there are still plenty of misconceptions about circumcision and sex. So let’s clear things up. 🤓
What impact on seksual health? ⚕️
The foreskin is a bit like a hat (we'll let you guess what the head represents in this metaphor... 😅). It provides protection, but it needs to be removed and cleaned daily. Sometimes, daily cleaning of the foreskin and glans isn't enough, and bacteria build up. Hello infections, STIs, and all sorts of delightful complications. In that case, circumcision is a solution for peace of mind (even though it doesn't replace the use of a condom). And as a bonus, it makes cleaning the penis easier. Win-win!
What impact on seksual pleasure? 🚀
The foreskin is a fairly sensitive part of the penis. Once it’s removed, the head is left exposed. To protect itself, the skin gradually thickens and becomes rougher (this is called keratinisation). The head may therefore become less sensitive for some people, but this doesn’t happen to everyone. If the operation takes place in adulthood, you might need some time to adjust the angle, pressure or speed of stimulation during solo or partnered sex. If you could do with a helping hand (or rather, a toy), we recommend a vibrator or the Hector masturbation sleeve.
We hope this article has answered all your questions about circumcision and its impact on sexuality. And don't forget that every penis is different, just like every vulva. So there's no reason to compare yourself, let alone feel self-conscious. Whether circumcised or not, every penis can give and receive pleasure! 🍆
Lou ✨
Hello, I’m Lou! I have a degree in humanities and social sciences, and I’ve been interested in sex-related topics for several years. After completing a number of courses, including one with sexologist Mathilde Magnien, Passage du Désir asked me to write articles for you about sex, love and relationships. My motto? Getting people talking about sexual wellbeing in a light-hearted, fun and caring way. 💜
Lou ✨
Hi, I'm Lou! I have a degree in humanities and social sciences, and I've been interested in sexuality for several years. After completing several training courses, including one with sexologist Mathilde Magnien, Passage du Désir asked me to write articles for you about sexuality, love and relationships. My motto? Get people talking openly about sexual wellbeing, with a light-hearted, fun and supportive approach. 💜
