Treatments
Adult circumcision in India
Quick answer
Adult circumcision removes the foreskin of the penis. It is done for medical reasons such as tight foreskin (phimosis), repeated infections or skin conditions like lichen sclerosus, and also for religious or personal reasons. It is usually day surgery under local or general anaesthesia, with sexual activity paused for several weeks.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-27
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At a glance
Phimosis can make erections painful and hygiene difficult. Steroid creams sometimes loosen it, but circumcision may be needed if they fail or scarring is present.
Methods include conventional stitched excision and stapler devices. The choice depends on anatomy and surgeon preference.
How this approach differs
Stapler methods may be quicker, but stitched excision remains widely used.
Who needs adult circumcision
- Phimosis not responding to creams
- Recurrent balanitis (foreskin inflammation)
- Lichen sclerosus affecting the foreskin
- Personal or religious reasons
How it is done
- Consultation and examination.
- Local or general anaesthesia.
- Foreskin removed and edges joined with dissolvable stitches or a stapler.
- Dressing applied.
- Home the same day.
Before you travel to India
- Diabetes check if relevant
- Plan about five to seven days to allow wound check
- List of blood thinners
- Choose loose clothing for travel home
Recovery and flying home
- Swelling for one to two weeks.
- Loose underwear.
- Avoid sex for about four to six weeks.
Risks
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Changes in sensation
- Cosmetic dissatisfaction
Alternatives
- Steroid creams for phimosis
- Preputioplasty (foreskin widening)
- Frenuloplasty for a tight frenulum only
Hospitals in India for adult circumcision
- Medanta - The MedicityDelhi NCR
- AIG Hospitals, GachibowliHyderabad
- Aster MedcityKochi
- Artemis HospitalDelhi NCR
- Indraprastha Apollo HospitalsDelhi NCR
- BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalDelhi NCR
- Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals, KolkataKolkata
- Apollo Hospitals, Greams RoadChennai
Specialists
- Dr Gagan GautamMedanta - The Medicity
Dr Anil MandhaniFortis Memorial Research Institute- Dr T B YuvarajaKokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute
- Dr Himesh GandhiRuby Hall Clinic
Dr Mallikarjuna Reddy NYashoda Hospitals, Hitec City- Dr Puneet AhluwaliaMedanta - The Medicity
Frequently asked questions
When can I fly after circumcision?
Often within a few days if the wound looks well.
Does circumcision affect sexual function?
Most men report no lasting problem; sensation changes vary.
Are stitches removed?
Usually dissolvable stitches are used.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-27. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices
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