Eddie, 31 – Suffolk
Where were you born?
London. When did you first become aware of circumcision? When I was about 8 or 9 and my cousin was circumcised due to a tight foreskin and problems peeing. I remember feeling pretty scared about it at the time and as I grew into my teens as I also had a tight foreskin. I didn’t have any issues with peeing so it wasn’t quite as urgent an issue as my cousin’s, but I always had in the back of my mind that I might have to have the same operations someday. "I've always ended up showing them my dick as they're always really curious!" Are any members of your family circumcised?
Nobody else in my immediate family that I’m aware of. At what age were you circumcised? 29 What is the main reason you were circumcised? As I got older and became a sexually active adult my feelings towards circumcision changed. My tight foreskin often caused pain and discomfort during and after sex, and would sometimes swell and contract infections. I no longer feared the idea of being circumcised and after a lot of research I felt that the benefits would vastly outweigh any negatives. So at age 29 I finally worked up the courage to do it. I was able to use my work’s medical insurance and get it done privately for no cost to myself which made things a lot easier. |
Are you happy about being circumcised?
Yes very happy, I only wish I had had it done sooner. Before getting cut I was always worried about the loss of sensitivity, but since having the op both sex and masturbation are 100% more comfortable and feel better than ever. Yes there is some loss of sensitivity on the glans but I can now indulge in sex without having to worry about my foreskin tearing or getting infected. Plus the reduced sensitivity means I can go for much longer. So for any guys considering getting circumcised and are worried about their sex life post-op, I'd absolutely advise not to worry about it. What is the best and worst thing about being circumcised? The best thing about being circumcised is that I no longer have any pain or discomfort. I love the look and feel of my exposed helmet and it’s so much cleaner and more hygienic than when I had a foreskin. For me the worst thing is that I didn’t go higher and tighter. It’s only been 2 years and I’m already thinking I would like to get a tighter revision one day. Have you had any memorable conversations about circumcision with mates? A couple, and I’ve ended up showing them my dick as they’re always really curious! I don’t think it’s encouraged any of them to get it done just yet but it does seem to remove stigma and fear about circumcision in their minds which I think is a good thing. If you had a son would you circumcise him?
No if I had a son it would have to be his choice whether he wanted to be circumcised or not but I would definitely discuss it with him when I felt he was old enough, explaining the benefits and encouraging him to get it done. |