Yes — circumcision can be performed at any age. Some adults need it for medical reasons or choose it for religious or personal reasons.
Medical Reasons for Adult Circumcision:
- Phimosis: Foreskin too tight to retract — a common condition causing pain and urinary problems.
- Paraphimosis: Retracted foreskin won't return to position — a surgical emergency.
- Recurrent infections (Balanitis): Repeated inflammation of the glans and foreskin.
- Skin conditions: Lichen Sclerosus causing foreskin fibrosis.
Procedure for Adults:
- Local anesthesia (usually doesn't need general anesthesia).
- Procedure takes 30-45 minutes — goes home same day.
- Absorbable sutures — no removal needed.
- Time off work: 3-5 days.
- Full recovery: 3-4 weeks.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we perform adult circumcision with complete privacy and effective anesthesia.