Callum, 24 - South Yorkshire
Where were you born?
I was born in Doncaster.
When did you first become aware of circumcision?
I first became aware when I was around 8 or 9 I think. I was staying at my cousin’s house (he is the same age) and he had a swimming lesson which I went to watch. Afterwards, in the changing room, he got showered and I noticed his dick looked very different to mine. I never discussed it with him, I always felt embarrassed by it and at that time I wasn't one for sharing or talking about anything.
Are any members of your immediate family circumcised?
As far as I'm aware it's only my cousin who is circumcised. With my parents, I never really talked too much about it though years after my circumcision I do remember asking my mum if I could still have sex even though I was cut.
At what age were you circumcised?
I was cut aged 10. It was the first big grown up decision I had to make and I was kinda terrified as I didn't know what to expect.
What is the main reason you were circumcised?
I was circumcised due to having a tight foreskin. It was so painful. I couldn't pull it back and I kept getting really bad infections on and off for about a year or so. Probably the most uncomfortable time of my life. I vaguely remember my dad talking me through what would happen if these infections kept going. He was the one who told me to make sure I pulled my foreskin back in the bath when I was younger to keep it clean. When I made the decision to get cut I was too nervous and scared to talk about it.
I was cut on Valentine's Day. The only good thing to happen to me on Valentine's Day! I remember sitting there on the ward with a few other boys who were there for the same thing. The nurse came around and put cream on the backs of my hands and talked me through the procedure. When it was time and I was waiting in the theatre, I cried. I was nervous and scared. I'd never been put to sleep before so it got the better of me.
After the operation I went back on the ward and all I wanted was food and a wee. One bite of a sandwich and I threw up on myself. Not cute. My parents left to get a drink. The nurse came over with this dressing too put inside my underwear so nothing would stick together. Then she basically told me to leave. I had a wee. I was still woozy from the drugs and remember looking down and thinking ‘Oh god this looks awful!’. I got dressed, put the dressing on and it was uncomfortable and it rubbed. I was in hell. My parents weren't happy the nurse had discharged me without them being there.
Recovery went smoothly. Baths every day. Week off school. I would sit on the chair closest to the TV with just a towel over my lap - as my mum read that fresh air helped the healing process and I found wearing pants irritated my skin far too much.
I was born in Doncaster.
When did you first become aware of circumcision?
I first became aware when I was around 8 or 9 I think. I was staying at my cousin’s house (he is the same age) and he had a swimming lesson which I went to watch. Afterwards, in the changing room, he got showered and I noticed his dick looked very different to mine. I never discussed it with him, I always felt embarrassed by it and at that time I wasn't one for sharing or talking about anything.
Are any members of your immediate family circumcised?
As far as I'm aware it's only my cousin who is circumcised. With my parents, I never really talked too much about it though years after my circumcision I do remember asking my mum if I could still have sex even though I was cut.
At what age were you circumcised?
I was cut aged 10. It was the first big grown up decision I had to make and I was kinda terrified as I didn't know what to expect.
What is the main reason you were circumcised?
I was circumcised due to having a tight foreskin. It was so painful. I couldn't pull it back and I kept getting really bad infections on and off for about a year or so. Probably the most uncomfortable time of my life. I vaguely remember my dad talking me through what would happen if these infections kept going. He was the one who told me to make sure I pulled my foreskin back in the bath when I was younger to keep it clean. When I made the decision to get cut I was too nervous and scared to talk about it.
I was cut on Valentine's Day. The only good thing to happen to me on Valentine's Day! I remember sitting there on the ward with a few other boys who were there for the same thing. The nurse came around and put cream on the backs of my hands and talked me through the procedure. When it was time and I was waiting in the theatre, I cried. I was nervous and scared. I'd never been put to sleep before so it got the better of me.
After the operation I went back on the ward and all I wanted was food and a wee. One bite of a sandwich and I threw up on myself. Not cute. My parents left to get a drink. The nurse came over with this dressing too put inside my underwear so nothing would stick together. Then she basically told me to leave. I had a wee. I was still woozy from the drugs and remember looking down and thinking ‘Oh god this looks awful!’. I got dressed, put the dressing on and it was uncomfortable and it rubbed. I was in hell. My parents weren't happy the nurse had discharged me without them being there.
Recovery went smoothly. Baths every day. Week off school. I would sit on the chair closest to the TV with just a towel over my lap - as my mum read that fresh air helped the healing process and I found wearing pants irritated my skin far too much.
"The best compliment I've received is about my head. It's very thick and big."
Are you happy about being circumcised?
I'm happy about being circumcised now, but at first I kind of resented it a bit. I think I just felt really embarrassed by the whole ordeal. I was already teased enough at school for being different and I thought, ‘I now look even more different!’.
But today I couldn't be happier. Though it's rare to meet another cut guy - especially in the UK. So, I feel very special now and get many compliments. The best compliment I've received is about my head. It's very thick and big. Every guy pretty much says the same. I'm very flattered - maybe it was my destiny to get cut after all. That head needed to be freed. Recently a guy on Grindr, who was also cut, said that he had never met a cut white guy before. We compared notes like boys do.
I love being cut now. I feel special and part of a club. A badge of honour. I just need to find other cut guys now.
What is the best/worst thing about being circumcised?
The best thing about being circumcised is the look and feel. I just think it's looks sexier. Cleaner too which is always a bonus.
The worst thing for me is interacting with an uncut guy. They have no idea what they are doing. I think they need to be educated as cut guys need a little more love and care with attention to detail. They just yank it around like they would an uncut guy and it's uncomfortable. Don't get me started on blowjobs. I’ve only cum three times my whole life with guys and those guys were circumcised. Says a lot really, they get points for trying though.
If you had a son, would you circumcise him?
I don't think I would get my son circumcised if I had one. Each to their own - but even though I had an uncomfortable start with my foreskin, I'm glad I had a say in it. It was ultimately my decision and I'm very happy with it.
I'm happy about being circumcised now, but at first I kind of resented it a bit. I think I just felt really embarrassed by the whole ordeal. I was already teased enough at school for being different and I thought, ‘I now look even more different!’.
But today I couldn't be happier. Though it's rare to meet another cut guy - especially in the UK. So, I feel very special now and get many compliments. The best compliment I've received is about my head. It's very thick and big. Every guy pretty much says the same. I'm very flattered - maybe it was my destiny to get cut after all. That head needed to be freed. Recently a guy on Grindr, who was also cut, said that he had never met a cut white guy before. We compared notes like boys do.
I love being cut now. I feel special and part of a club. A badge of honour. I just need to find other cut guys now.
What is the best/worst thing about being circumcised?
The best thing about being circumcised is the look and feel. I just think it's looks sexier. Cleaner too which is always a bonus.
The worst thing for me is interacting with an uncut guy. They have no idea what they are doing. I think they need to be educated as cut guys need a little more love and care with attention to detail. They just yank it around like they would an uncut guy and it's uncomfortable. Don't get me started on blowjobs. I’ve only cum three times my whole life with guys and those guys were circumcised. Says a lot really, they get points for trying though.
If you had a son, would you circumcise him?
I don't think I would get my son circumcised if I had one. Each to their own - but even though I had an uncomfortable start with my foreskin, I'm glad I had a say in it. It was ultimately my decision and I'm very happy with it.