Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Ideal Age To Do A Circumcision
Dr Stearn does circumcisions for babies 0 to 3 months of age. Dr Stearn also performs circumcisions for teens over the age of 13 years, and adults of all ages.
Will Circumcision Hurt My Baby?
Every effort is made to avoid pain to your baby during circumcision. Some babies may cry a little, others sleep through the entire procedure, which takes less than 2-3 minutes to complete.
Do I Need A Physician Referral for Circumcision?
No you do not. You can contact the clinic directly to make an appointment with Dr Stearn for circumsion.
What Can I Expect My Baby To Be Like After The Circumcision?
Some babies may sleep for 6-8 hours after circumcision, and may even miss a feeding. Some babies may be irritable for a few minutes or hours after circumcision. Most babies are back to themselves in the next day or two.
The Gauze Is Sticky And Hard To Pull Off
It is normal to need to use some force to pull of the gauze bandage. You can make this easier by soaking the area in warm water and Vaseline for a few minutes before removing the bandage.
The Entire Vaseline Gauze Around The Penis Falls Off Before 24 Hours
If the bandage around the penis falls off before 24 hours leave it off. Simply replace the 4x4 gauze pad with Vaseline and place it over the penis for the first 48 hours.
There Is Stool On The Gauze Around The Penis Or On The Penis Itself
Use warm soapy water to clean it as best as possible.
There Is Some Bleeding When The Gauze Is Removed
A small amount of bleeding can be normal. Take a gauze with Vaseline on it, and squeeze the bleeding area for two minutes. Repeat again if there is still bleeding. Call Dr Stearn if bleeding persists.
How Long Does It Take For The Circumcision To Heal
Healing should take place in about 7-14 days.
Does It Hurt When My Baby Urinates?
It may hurt a little the first day after circumcision, but thereafter your baby should feel no pain while urinating.