For several years, the issue of circumcision has drawn different reactions from people who support and oppose it. Circumcision is a controversial topic that is still debated across the world by doctors, scientists, and individuals. Those who disagree with circumcision believe that the foreskin of a penis should not be cut away. Primarily, circumcision is practiced because of several reasons which include medical, religious, social, and cultural. Normally, this practice is performed on male infants although there is female circumcision which is commonly referred to as female genital mutilation (Grosskopf, 2007, Par, 3).
Considerably, circumcision should be embraced for the male folks and not females. This may sound gender bias though critically thinking, the practice is more practical on the penis. Even in the biblical context, circumcision was mainly performed on the males but not on females (Grosskopf, 2007, Par, 4). Clearly, it is a pity that infant children do not have a say when they are circumcised though it is less painful at such a stage than when one is already an adult. Statistically, circumcision is known as a preventive measure that protects individuals from HIV and sexually transmitted diseases. Apart from this, circumcision also helps to prevent infections in the urinary tracts (Grosskopf, 2007, Par, 4). Because of such reasons many people in America have accepted and acknowledged the practice of circumcision. In order to prevent infections, it is advisable for people to be circumcised in hospitals instead of doing it at home. People should be vigilant whenever they are undergoing the circumcision process. Circumcision should not be criticized because it plays a fundamental role in an individual’s body.
Reference
Grosskopf, N. (2007). With a Nod and the Clip of the Hat. Web.