Comprehensive Aftercare
Expert support for your infant's circumcision with 24-hour aftercare from our dedicated medical team.
Circumcision is a minor surgical procedure. At KS Clinic we provide high levels of aftercare with a dedicated line for 24 hour support.
It is important following the procedure to monitor the wound.
What to expect
The penis will have a plastic ring around it
The ring will fall off on its own in 5 to 10 days
There maybe some swelling and bruising initially which will resolve within a few days
Redness maybe normal at the start - any temperatures must be report
Small spots of bleeding is common
Home Care After Surgery
Change Diapers often. Use 1-2 sizes larger to reduce sticking
Avoid commercial diaper wipes
Rinse the area regularly
Bathing- Gently clean with soap and water 2-4 times every day until the ring comes off and the penis is healed
Apply vaseline or olive oil drops to the tip of the penis to stop sticking with every diaper change until the ring falls off
Feeding can be done as normal post procedure
Your child will be given local anaesthesia to make it a pain free procedure. Rocking and cuddling the baby will provide reassurance. Advice will be provided regarding analgesia in clinic
THERE ARE NO RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF CAR SEATS. YOUR CHILD SHOULD RIDE IN HIS CAR SEAT AS USUAL
When to contact us
Pain that does not get better with pain medication
Fever over 101 degrees F.
More than a few drops of blood on penis or diaper
Redness that starts to spread from the tip of the penis
Pus like drainage or foul odour from the penis
Fewer wet nappies than before
Ring stays on for more than 10 days or falls off before 3 days
The ring slips down the penis past the head of the penis
The head of the penis is blue or black
