FAQs for our clinic in Western Sydney Based Practice

Frequently Asked Questions?

What happens if I wish to go ahead with a circumcision?

Give our Medical centre a call and we will schedule you for an initial consultation. During this, Dr Sheen will go through in detail about the procedure and all your questions will be answered.

After the initial procedure you will be asked to fill out some paperwork, a deposit will be paid and your procedure will be scheduled.

Our nurse will give you some details about what to expect and how to prepare.

Why do men wish to be circumcised?

There are many reasons that people wish to be circumcised later in life. These range from personal choice, cultural reasons and medical conditions.

The most common medical reasons are frequent infections or scarring of the foreskin, a condition known as BXO or Lichen Sclerosis. This can result in the foreskin becoming tight and unable to retract with erections. Intercourse can become painful.

Is a follow up appointment needed?

As a general rule, Dr Sheen will see you about 4 days after the procedure and again about 10 days later.

How much time off work?

This will very much depend on your job. If you become hot and sweaty at work or if looking after your bandages would be difficult then you would need to take 10 days off work.

If you have an “office job”, you should be able to go back to work after 4 days.

How long does it take for wounds to settle down?

The first couple of weeks you can expect swelling and bruising. This will slowly settle and will improve as the sutures come out.

It is important not to judge the outcome of the procedure for 3 months.

Travelling soon after circumcision?

You would be advised to delay any significant travel until 3 weeks after the circumcision. Sometimes it may be better to delay the procedure until after you return home from travel.