Regarding circumcision. Anesthesia?

Medical Advice: Yes, circumcision can be done under general anesthesia, but: Preferred Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia (LA): Most commonly used in adults Less risk, quick recovery, lower cost Safe and effective when done properly General Anesthesia (GA): Reserved for patients with high anxiety, very low pain threshold, or in children Requires fasting, pre-anesthetic checkup, and operating room setup Slightly higher risk and cost Sedation + LA: A good compromise for anxious patients Keeps you relaxed, while avoiding deep general anesthesia Suggestion: Speak to your surgeon/anesthetist — they can plan general anesthesia if you're highly uncomfortable with LA. Don’t delay circumcision if it’s been advised — chronic balanitis or recurrent inflammation can lead to complications. Would you like a simple comparison table of LA vs GA for circumcision?

Speak to your general surgeon — they can plan general anesthesia if you're highly uncomfortable with LA. Don’t delay circumcision if it’s been advised — chronic balanitis or recurrent inflammation can lead to complications

Why Burning May Persist: Chronic low-grade post-inflammatory changes after balanitis Mild adhesion or scarring under foreskin Early sign of phimosis, lichen sclerosus, or smegma irritation If symptoms persist or worsen, circumcision may provide both curative relief and prevent future infections.