As the footsteps of summer quietly arrive, it not only brings with it the long vacation and the joyful time of children’s laughter, but also quietly ushers in a topic hotly discussed among parents – pediatric circumcision surgery. In the Department of Andrology at the Changchun Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital, during the summer vacation, this place welcomes a peak period of consultation and appointments from many families, as parents consider whether they should take advantage of the holiday to address this small issue that may trouble their children in the future.
Why does the summer vacation become the “peak season” for circumcision surgery?
Firstly, from a time planning perspective, the summer vacation provides children with a relatively ample and continuous period of rest. For children needing circumcision surgery, this time allows them to focus more on postoperative recovery and recuperation without worrying about academic pressure, avoiding concerns about affecting learning progress due to taking leave.
Secondly, the high summer temperatures and lightweight clothing are conducive not only to ventilation and air circulation at the surgical site, reducing the risk of infection, but also make it easier for parents to observe care, promptly identify problems, and manage them. In addition, the summer season enhances metabolism and accelerates blood circulation in the human body, which also has a certain promoting effect on wound healing.
When to consider circumcision surgery?
Experts in the Department of Andrology at the Changchun Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital remind that not all boys need circumcision surgery. The foreskin is a normal part of the male reproductive organs and has a certain protective function. However, when the foreskin is too long or phimosis (the foreskin opening is narrow, and the foreskin cannot be retracted to expose the glans) affects the child’s daily life, such as causing recurrent infections, urination difficulties, or affecting penile development, surgical treatment should be considered.
Preoperative and postoperative precautions
Preoperative preparations: Parents should take their children for a comprehensive physical examination to ensure that the child’s physical condition is suitable for surgery. At the same time, in the week before the surgery, colds, fevers, and other conditions should be avoided, and local hygiene should be maintained.
Psychological counseling: Although circumcision surgery is relatively simple, it is still an experience for children. Parents should communicate with their children in advance, explain the necessity and process of the surgery, and alleviate their nervousness.
Postoperative care: After the surgery, care should be strictly followed according to the medical advice, keeping the surgical site clean and dry, avoiding strenuous exercise and touching the wound. At the same time, observe the condition of the wound, and if there are redness, swelling, seepage, or other abnormalities, seek medical attention promptly.
In the Department of Andrology at the Changchun Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital, a professional medical team provides every young patient with safe and effective surgical treatment with exquisite medical skills and thoughtful services. Although the summer vacation is hot, it is the perfect time to address the “little troubles” of children. Parents may take advantage of the holiday to have a comprehensive health check-up for their children. If necessary, consult promptly and arrange surgery to ensure the healthy growth of their children. Remember, caring for children’s health starts from every detail.
