I hope this will be my last question regarding nose piercings!! Usually i go to Under The Skin in Aldershot, but i live near Guildford. Does anyone know of a good piercing place in or around Surrey that will pierce my nose with a needle and not a gun, does anyone know if Under The Skin would use a needle or a gun for this? Please help as i'm meant to be getting it done on Friday! :-o!!!!
Where to get nose pierced around Surrey, UK%26gt;?
Never let anyone come near you with a piercing gun.
Any piercer worth a damn will use a needle for all piercings.
Toni Hairdressers
68, Haydon Place, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4LR
Tel: 01483 573420
http://www.tonibodypiercing.co.uk/
Monday, March 15, 2010
I have 3 Silver Dollars in my 90 gallon tank. Ever since I got them I noticed air bubble like things on them.
Along with them in the tank are about 25 other fish that vary from loaches to sharks and plecos. I have been treating the tank for over 6 weeks with CopperSafe. I have also raised the temp and cut the light time. I also do have alot of aeration in the tank. I have not noticed any decrease in the spots, nor an increase. None of the other fish have gotten spots on them either. What is going on here? If its Ich it should be dead by now or at least the other fish should have gotten it. Wondering if it could be something thats under their skin, or just air bubbles. They look to be more clear than white, but they also appear to be somewhat under the skin. Iam completely puzzled. HELP !!!!!
I have 3 Silver Dollars in my 90 gallon tank. Ever since I got them I noticed air bubble like things on them.
Without more detailed info there are several protozoans that can cause this appearance and some can survive copper while attached to the fish. That would explain the lack if elimination of the spots as well as why it has not spread. You can certainly try a different treatment targeted at protozoans such as a louse medication or something like Flagyl ( Metronidazole).
Also, those could potentially be scares from a previous infection from something like Lernaea.
More information and possibly a photo would be required to narrow it down any further.
MM
I have 3 Silver Dollars in my 90 gallon tank. Ever since I got them I noticed air bubble like things on them.
Silver dollars are suceptible to ich, and they get it quite often. You said you have been treating your tank with coppersafe for 6 weeks? That is alot of medication to be buying for a 90 gallon. Silver dollars also have really small scales, and when one gets damaged, it can appear to look similar to ich. I strongly recommend you do a water test for ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. It could be some other type of parasite, but my bet is on damaged scales, which is very common in this species. In the future, I recommend that you figure out what illness the fish has before spending a small fortune on coppersafe or other meds. The corporate executives at Mardel must love you!
Reply:no worries about the air bubles on the dallors but worry on the fish bubles. First, before you put the quater in did you wash it? if you didnt get the quarters out right away. but if you did and your still worried still get them out.
Reply:now are you talking about silver dolars like money or silver dollars like the species of fish?
I have 3 Silver Dollars in my 90 gallon tank. Ever since I got them I noticed air bubble like things on them.
Without more detailed info there are several protozoans that can cause this appearance and some can survive copper while attached to the fish. That would explain the lack if elimination of the spots as well as why it has not spread. You can certainly try a different treatment targeted at protozoans such as a louse medication or something like Flagyl ( Metronidazole).
Also, those could potentially be scares from a previous infection from something like Lernaea.
More information and possibly a photo would be required to narrow it down any further.
MM
I have 3 Silver Dollars in my 90 gallon tank. Ever since I got them I noticed air bubble like things on them.
Silver dollars are suceptible to ich, and they get it quite often. You said you have been treating your tank with coppersafe for 6 weeks? That is alot of medication to be buying for a 90 gallon. Silver dollars also have really small scales, and when one gets damaged, it can appear to look similar to ich. I strongly recommend you do a water test for ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. It could be some other type of parasite, but my bet is on damaged scales, which is very common in this species. In the future, I recommend that you figure out what illness the fish has before spending a small fortune on coppersafe or other meds. The corporate executives at Mardel must love you!
Reply:no worries about the air bubles on the dallors but worry on the fish bubles. First, before you put the quater in did you wash it? if you didnt get the quarters out right away. but if you did and your still worried still get them out.
Reply:now are you talking about silver dolars like money or silver dollars like the species of fish?
Question about Staph Infections?
I am 39 weeks pregnant with what I believe is a Staph infection underneath my armpit. It started out as like a bump under my skin that felt like there was fluid in it. So of course being completely brilliant like I am(hmmm) I decided to try to pop it b/c it hurt so bad. When I went to pop it; it did just that but underneath my skin. Midnight that night I woke up with a horrible fever and sever pain under my arm and down my side and back. Went to the doc and he put me on anti-biotics...does anyone know what I can do to relieve the pain until the meds start to work? I can't even pick anything up with my left arm. Please help!! Thank you!
Question about Staph Infections?
Darllin!! GET YOU TO YOUR DR. NOW!!!!! Staph can kill ya!! YOU need a ton of Keflex antibiotics!! and wash your arm pits in alachol a lots--. just get to a Dr. staph is a badddd thing to have during :dog dayz) in the summer in the south...
Question about Staph Infections?
Ice compresses will get the fever and swelling down. That is probably what is causing the pain.
Reply:Try warm compress.
Reply:yikes
Reply:Ouch! I hope you get better quick. You should ask a doctor or a pharmacist what is safe to take while you are pregnant.
I wish you the best of luck. Get plenty of rest and take care of yourself.
Reply:You can't take anything due to you being pregnant..try some hot wash cloths..like hot packs maybe.
Reply:well, you would think a warm compress, however, with infection anything warm would to me be a big no no.
other than allowing cool air to circulate it and cool presses.
i know the feeling of a staph infection...had one that almos took my life while on chemo.
good luck and i wish you well and a healthy baby!
Reply:Warm compress,and warm baths.Clean it as best you can with iodine or alchol apply some boil ease to it and bandage it up.Boilease is great
Reply:its called a boil! tar ointment help and so does epson salt. some say a peeled potato helps it break on its own.
Reply:because you are pregnant tylenol is the only thing you can take while pregnant also take warm wash clothes every 15 minutes or so and place under your arm for some added relief. the tylenol will also reduce the fever. do not let the fever go past 101.0 if it does go to the emergency room and tell them what happened and tell them you took tylenol for pain and to reduce the fever
Reply:I seriously don't know what you can do but my mother had staph infection when I was a baby...she died at 39 with Lupus..but people always blamed the staph infection that she had early on in her life. I don't know but i'd also ask your doctor about possible problems later on with that kind of stuff..just to be on the safe side.
Reply:Tylenol. Proven safe in 3rd trimester pregnancy. They'd give it to you on L%26amp;D.
Reply:try warm compresses,if a head forms don't pop it.
house plants gifts
Question about Staph Infections?
Darllin!! GET YOU TO YOUR DR. NOW!!!!! Staph can kill ya!! YOU need a ton of Keflex antibiotics!! and wash your arm pits in alachol a lots--. just get to a Dr. staph is a badddd thing to have during :dog dayz) in the summer in the south...
Question about Staph Infections?
Ice compresses will get the fever and swelling down. That is probably what is causing the pain.
Reply:Try warm compress.
Reply:yikes
Reply:Ouch! I hope you get better quick. You should ask a doctor or a pharmacist what is safe to take while you are pregnant.
I wish you the best of luck. Get plenty of rest and take care of yourself.
Reply:You can't take anything due to you being pregnant..try some hot wash cloths..like hot packs maybe.
Reply:well, you would think a warm compress, however, with infection anything warm would to me be a big no no.
other than allowing cool air to circulate it and cool presses.
i know the feeling of a staph infection...had one that almos took my life while on chemo.
good luck and i wish you well and a healthy baby!
Reply:Warm compress,and warm baths.Clean it as best you can with iodine or alchol apply some boil ease to it and bandage it up.Boilease is great
Reply:its called a boil! tar ointment help and so does epson salt. some say a peeled potato helps it break on its own.
Reply:because you are pregnant tylenol is the only thing you can take while pregnant also take warm wash clothes every 15 minutes or so and place under your arm for some added relief. the tylenol will also reduce the fever. do not let the fever go past 101.0 if it does go to the emergency room and tell them what happened and tell them you took tylenol for pain and to reduce the fever
Reply:I seriously don't know what you can do but my mother had staph infection when I was a baby...she died at 39 with Lupus..but people always blamed the staph infection that she had early on in her life. I don't know but i'd also ask your doctor about possible problems later on with that kind of stuff..just to be on the safe side.
Reply:Tylenol. Proven safe in 3rd trimester pregnancy. They'd give it to you on L%26amp;D.
Reply:try warm compresses,if a head forms don't pop it.
house plants gifts
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
ok i am 14 yearsold and i want to get circumcised and i want to no as much as i can about the whole process before i go to her first off i would like to know how much does it cost(i no there is no exaet prise but wat is a good range) what is the healing prcess like how long does it take to heal are you able to get erections give me stories. you proble want 2 know why i want to get this done so badly its not because most guys do its because one easy to clean less risk of getting something i shouldnt. to i wasnt informed about cleaning under the skin when i was younger may seam disgusting but true i keep on top oof it now and also i now have a bump on the skin well under it and when i pull back i can see it and i think it would be bes t for me 2 get circumsised
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
This is a decision which will make a major negative impact on your sex life for the rest of your life -- it is irreversibile. You are too young to fully appreciate the advantages of retaining your foreskin -- at 14 you are not yet fully developed. This is not a decision any guy should make until puberty is completely finished. You would really bitterly regret making this decision when you are 5-10 years older. Wait. This is not a time to make permanent changes in your fast-changing body.
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
circumcisition in the philippines is for free...
heals in more or less than a week...
the process never hurts...
well you can't get erections while in the healing process...
and yah right, its very easy to clean, looks good also
Reply:I don't know about the price, but here is some information on the consequences.
No medical institution in the world actually recommends the practice.
Let's have a look at medical associations in the developed world. The British Medical Association, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Canadian Paediatric Society, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Australian College of Paediatrics and Australasian Association of Paediatric Surgeons. Every one of them recommends AGAINST performing the procedure. Their positions on the procedure can be found here: http://www.circumcision.org/position.htm
The foreskin keeps the glans soft and moist and protects it from trauma and injury. Without this protection, the glans becomes dry, calloused, and desensitized from exposure and chafing.
Specialized nerve endings in the foreskin enhance sexual pleasure.
The foreskin may have functions not yet recognized or understood.
[ http://www.nocirc.org/publish/pamphlet7.... ]
"The glans of the circumcised penis is less sensitive to fine touch than the glans of the uncircumcised penis. The transitional region from the external to the internal prepuce is the most sensitive region of the uncircumcised penis and more sensitive than the most sensitive region of the circumcised penis. Circumcision ablates the most sensitive parts of the penis." Circumcision cuts off the five most sensitive points from the penis [Touch test sensitivity experiment, British Journal of Urology 2007, copy of report: http://www.nocirc.org/touch-test/bju_668... ].
The foreskin reduces the force required by the penis to enter the vagina while circumcision contributes to vaginal dryness. [ http://www.circumcision.org/studies.htm , http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
The foreskin also increases the sexual enjoyment of the female partner. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/anatomy/ohar... ]
It can and does result in very significant scaring.
It can and does result in sexual problems later in life.
Circumcised males have a much higher rate of sexual dysfunction and premature ejaculation. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) "there is little evidence to affirm the association between circumcision status and optimal penile hygiene." [ http://www.circumcision.org/aap.htm ]
Hygiene and prevention of disease are among the commonest reasons cited for performing male circumcision. This directory contains references that examine the validity of these claims in detail: http://www.cirp.org/library/disease/
You are not less prone to STD's, cancer, giving females cancer or anything else. Read the literature library I have referenced. It includes information from National Health Administrations like the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Oh, if you want to know how to clean yourself intact, simple pull back the foreskin it the shower and wash yourself. Let water run over yourself. You may want to not apply soap under where the foreskin lies.
"In sexually mature males, accumulated smegma should be washed away periodically. Soap should be avoided. If soap is used for washing, all residual soap should be rinsed away. Washing with soap is a cause of balanitis."
This is in the disease library I have referenced.
Reply:Circumcision costs vary depending on the state, who performs it, and the kind of insurance you (or your parents in your case) has. It's probably not covered by insurance if it's done for cosmetic and non-medically necessary reasons, and can cost up to several hundred dollars.
From what I've heard the healing process can be really annoying/painful. It generally takes 2-4 weeks to heal. Erections will tend to pull on the stitches and cause pain that way. Also the glans (penis head) will feel oversensitive from rubbing against everything constantly. The sensitivity should decrease and become bearable after about a month or so. Also, you must stop any kind of sexual activity (no masturbation, sex, etc) as that could rip the stitches and makes things really messy and painful.
In my opinion, if you're not having immediate physical/medical problems with your foreskin, there's no really good reason to get circumcised. Cleaning the foreskin is very easy, as I'm uncircumcised too and it's like second nature. It really only takes like 5 more seconds or so; just pull back the foreskin and wash the area underneath like any other part of the body during a shower/bath. That's about it.
And most studies show no real difference between circumcised and uncircumcised guys in getting STDs or infections. In fact, as long as you keep the area clean, there's virtually no difference at all (and this includes HIV, see link 1). In all actuality, circumcision won't prevent/reduce your chances of getting anything; condoms and safe sex will (and hygiene helps too).
The bump may be normal and may go away on its own if you maintain good hygiene in the area. It could be pearly penile papules (link 2), which are normal and nothing to be concerned about, and even circumcision won't eliminate it.
And lastly, circumcision would remove a lot of the nerve endings in the foreskin, nerve endings that would otherwise contribute to sexual sensitivity so things feel better (link 3). Also, there have been studies that seem to show that the foreskin might be beneficial in the sexual satisfaction/pleasure of not only the guy, but the girl as well (links 4, 5, 6).
So in my opinion, if nothing's really wrong right now, you probably won't benefit much from circumcision. Things probably won't feel as good afterwards if you get circumcised, there's no major change in hygiene (unless of course you're having lots of problems with your foreskin), and there's no real difference in getting STDs or infections (unless you're really unclean and plan to have lots of unprotected sex, in which case it might help a tiny bit).
So why put yourself through something where the benefits are only worth it if you plan on being unclean and have unprotected sex? As long as your foreskin works, you maintain good hygiene, and practice safe sex, it's probably better to keep the foreskin. I've no problems with mine and I don't intend on changing.
Reply:As far as cleaning goes, getting circumcised would only save you the five seconds that you spend to pull the foreskin back and rub the head. =P
Also, are you sure that bump isn't normal? You mention under the head, and that's usually where the frenulum is located. You also have a frenulum under your tongue and lips.
Make sure you consider the risks, too, and negative side effects. Nothing is all benefits. In addition, many of the studies that claim that it reduces your chances of getting something are being proved false.
Anyways, insurance is usually over $1,000 or around there (it's that much because they put you to sleep, so unlike newborns you won't yell your guts out). Recovery is about two weeks and is most painful during erections and urination (but especially erections for obvious reasons).
Anyways, here are the risks and links to consider:
At an older age, to avoid the pain that newborns (although a decreasing number of, since fewer are getting it done) go through, you're put to sleep.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
However, recovery is another thing. That takes about two weeks to heal (and can take longer, depending on your age). During that time there shouldn't be an masturbation or sex, and pain will be common with erections (and possibly urination).
Other than that, also read up on the risks of circumcision. It's something that cannot be undone if you don't end up liking it.
Circumcision = loss of sensitivity according to new study
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,2855...
http://www.circumstitions.com/Sexuality....
Higher erectile dysfunction rates after circumcision:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query...
When women didn't know what penis they were dealing with (circumcised or uncircumcised) 9 out of 10 preferred uncircumcised (study).
http://www.healthcentral.com/drdean/408/...
Foreskin anatomy and function (keeps the glans soft and protects it, etc).
http://www.cirp.org/pages/anat/
Circumcision is extremely painful.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
The USA is the last advanced nation doing it, but rates have fallen down from over 90% in the 1960s to as low as 21% here in California currently. From CNN:
http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/06/18/cir...
http://www.cirp.org/library/statistics/U...
Circumcision was actually promoted in the USA at first to stop masturbation (in hopes of it being tight enough to require lubes and not have skin to slide since the foreskin is already moist)
http://english.pravda.ru/science/health/...
USA = highest HIV rates in advanced nations (and highest circumcision rates). CIA statistics:
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/fac...
And one study already trashed the claims of the study that said that circumcision reduces HIV.
http://www.plosone.org/article/fetchArti...
Worldwide circumcision rates:
http://www.circumstitions.com/Maps.html
And discussion of common circumcision benefit myths and discussion of all the risks that can develop over time and negative side effects (buried penis, meatal stenosis, etc):
http://forums.govteen.com/showpost.php?p...
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
This is a decision which will make a major negative impact on your sex life for the rest of your life -- it is irreversibile. You are too young to fully appreciate the advantages of retaining your foreskin -- at 14 you are not yet fully developed. This is not a decision any guy should make until puberty is completely finished. You would really bitterly regret making this decision when you are 5-10 years older. Wait. This is not a time to make permanent changes in your fast-changing body.
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
circumcisition in the philippines is for free...
heals in more or less than a week...
the process never hurts...
well you can't get erections while in the healing process...
and yah right, its very easy to clean, looks good also
Reply:I don't know about the price, but here is some information on the consequences.
No medical institution in the world actually recommends the practice.
Let's have a look at medical associations in the developed world. The British Medical Association, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Canadian Paediatric Society, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Australian College of Paediatrics and Australasian Association of Paediatric Surgeons. Every one of them recommends AGAINST performing the procedure. Their positions on the procedure can be found here: http://www.circumcision.org/position.htm
The foreskin keeps the glans soft and moist and protects it from trauma and injury. Without this protection, the glans becomes dry, calloused, and desensitized from exposure and chafing.
Specialized nerve endings in the foreskin enhance sexual pleasure.
The foreskin may have functions not yet recognized or understood.
[ http://www.nocirc.org/publish/pamphlet7.... ]
"The glans of the circumcised penis is less sensitive to fine touch than the glans of the uncircumcised penis. The transitional region from the external to the internal prepuce is the most sensitive region of the uncircumcised penis and more sensitive than the most sensitive region of the circumcised penis. Circumcision ablates the most sensitive parts of the penis." Circumcision cuts off the five most sensitive points from the penis [Touch test sensitivity experiment, British Journal of Urology 2007, copy of report: http://www.nocirc.org/touch-test/bju_668... ].
The foreskin reduces the force required by the penis to enter the vagina while circumcision contributes to vaginal dryness. [ http://www.circumcision.org/studies.htm , http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
The foreskin also increases the sexual enjoyment of the female partner. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/anatomy/ohar... ]
It can and does result in very significant scaring.
It can and does result in sexual problems later in life.
Circumcised males have a much higher rate of sexual dysfunction and premature ejaculation. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) "there is little evidence to affirm the association between circumcision status and optimal penile hygiene." [ http://www.circumcision.org/aap.htm ]
Hygiene and prevention of disease are among the commonest reasons cited for performing male circumcision. This directory contains references that examine the validity of these claims in detail: http://www.cirp.org/library/disease/
You are not less prone to STD's, cancer, giving females cancer or anything else. Read the literature library I have referenced. It includes information from National Health Administrations like the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Oh, if you want to know how to clean yourself intact, simple pull back the foreskin it the shower and wash yourself. Let water run over yourself. You may want to not apply soap under where the foreskin lies.
"In sexually mature males, accumulated smegma should be washed away periodically. Soap should be avoided. If soap is used for washing, all residual soap should be rinsed away. Washing with soap is a cause of balanitis."
This is in the disease library I have referenced.
Reply:Circumcision costs vary depending on the state, who performs it, and the kind of insurance you (or your parents in your case) has. It's probably not covered by insurance if it's done for cosmetic and non-medically necessary reasons, and can cost up to several hundred dollars.
From what I've heard the healing process can be really annoying/painful. It generally takes 2-4 weeks to heal. Erections will tend to pull on the stitches and cause pain that way. Also the glans (penis head) will feel oversensitive from rubbing against everything constantly. The sensitivity should decrease and become bearable after about a month or so. Also, you must stop any kind of sexual activity (no masturbation, sex, etc) as that could rip the stitches and makes things really messy and painful.
In my opinion, if you're not having immediate physical/medical problems with your foreskin, there's no really good reason to get circumcised. Cleaning the foreskin is very easy, as I'm uncircumcised too and it's like second nature. It really only takes like 5 more seconds or so; just pull back the foreskin and wash the area underneath like any other part of the body during a shower/bath. That's about it.
And most studies show no real difference between circumcised and uncircumcised guys in getting STDs or infections. In fact, as long as you keep the area clean, there's virtually no difference at all (and this includes HIV, see link 1). In all actuality, circumcision won't prevent/reduce your chances of getting anything; condoms and safe sex will (and hygiene helps too).
The bump may be normal and may go away on its own if you maintain good hygiene in the area. It could be pearly penile papules (link 2), which are normal and nothing to be concerned about, and even circumcision won't eliminate it.
And lastly, circumcision would remove a lot of the nerve endings in the foreskin, nerve endings that would otherwise contribute to sexual sensitivity so things feel better (link 3). Also, there have been studies that seem to show that the foreskin might be beneficial in the sexual satisfaction/pleasure of not only the guy, but the girl as well (links 4, 5, 6).
So in my opinion, if nothing's really wrong right now, you probably won't benefit much from circumcision. Things probably won't feel as good afterwards if you get circumcised, there's no major change in hygiene (unless of course you're having lots of problems with your foreskin), and there's no real difference in getting STDs or infections (unless you're really unclean and plan to have lots of unprotected sex, in which case it might help a tiny bit).
So why put yourself through something where the benefits are only worth it if you plan on being unclean and have unprotected sex? As long as your foreskin works, you maintain good hygiene, and practice safe sex, it's probably better to keep the foreskin. I've no problems with mine and I don't intend on changing.
Reply:As far as cleaning goes, getting circumcised would only save you the five seconds that you spend to pull the foreskin back and rub the head. =P
Also, are you sure that bump isn't normal? You mention under the head, and that's usually where the frenulum is located. You also have a frenulum under your tongue and lips.
Make sure you consider the risks, too, and negative side effects. Nothing is all benefits. In addition, many of the studies that claim that it reduces your chances of getting something are being proved false.
Anyways, insurance is usually over $1,000 or around there (it's that much because they put you to sleep, so unlike newborns you won't yell your guts out). Recovery is about two weeks and is most painful during erections and urination (but especially erections for obvious reasons).
Anyways, here are the risks and links to consider:
At an older age, to avoid the pain that newborns (although a decreasing number of, since fewer are getting it done) go through, you're put to sleep.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
However, recovery is another thing. That takes about two weeks to heal (and can take longer, depending on your age). During that time there shouldn't be an masturbation or sex, and pain will be common with erections (and possibly urination).
Other than that, also read up on the risks of circumcision. It's something that cannot be undone if you don't end up liking it.
Circumcision = loss of sensitivity according to new study
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,2855...
http://www.circumstitions.com/Sexuality....
Higher erectile dysfunction rates after circumcision:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query...
When women didn't know what penis they were dealing with (circumcised or uncircumcised) 9 out of 10 preferred uncircumcised (study).
http://www.healthcentral.com/drdean/408/...
Foreskin anatomy and function (keeps the glans soft and protects it, etc).
http://www.cirp.org/pages/anat/
Circumcision is extremely painful.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
The USA is the last advanced nation doing it, but rates have fallen down from over 90% in the 1960s to as low as 21% here in California currently. From CNN:
http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/06/18/cir...
http://www.cirp.org/library/statistics/U...
Circumcision was actually promoted in the USA at first to stop masturbation (in hopes of it being tight enough to require lubes and not have skin to slide since the foreskin is already moist)
http://english.pravda.ru/science/health/...
USA = highest HIV rates in advanced nations (and highest circumcision rates). CIA statistics:
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/fac...
And one study already trashed the claims of the study that said that circumcision reduces HIV.
http://www.plosone.org/article/fetchArti...
Worldwide circumcision rates:
http://www.circumstitions.com/Maps.html
And discussion of common circumcision benefit myths and discussion of all the risks that can develop over time and negative side effects (buried penis, meatal stenosis, etc):
http://forums.govteen.com/showpost.php?p...
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
ok i am 14 yearsold and i want to get circumcised and i want to no as much as i can about the whole process before i go to her first off i would like to know how much does it cost(i no there is no exaet prise but wat is a good range) what is the healing prcess like how long does it take to heal are you able to get erections give me stories. you proble want 2 know why i want to get this done so badly its not because most guys do its because one easy to clean less risk of getting something i shouldnt. to i wasnt informed about cleaning under the skin when i was younger may seam disgusting but true i keep on top oof it now and also i now have a bump on the skin well under it and when i pull back i can see it and i think it would be bes t for me 2 get circumsised
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
This is a decision which will make a major negative impact on your sex life for the rest of your life -- it is irreversibile. You are too young to fully appreciate the advantages of retaining your foreskin -- at 14 you are not yet fully developed. This is not a decision any guy should make until puberty is completely finished. You would really bitterly regret making this decision when you are 5-10 years older. Wait. This is not a time to make permanent changes in your fast-changing body.
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
circumcisition in the philippines is for free...
heals in more or less than a week...
the process never hurts...
well you can't get erections while in the healing process...
and yah right, its very easy to clean, looks good also
Reply:I don't know about the price, but here is some information on the consequences.
No medical institution in the world actually recommends the practice.
Let's have a look at medical associations in the developed world. The British Medical Association, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Canadian Paediatric Society, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Australian College of Paediatrics and Australasian Association of Paediatric Surgeons. Every one of them recommends AGAINST performing the procedure. Their positions on the procedure can be found here: http://www.circumcision.org/position.htm
The foreskin keeps the glans soft and moist and protects it from trauma and injury. Without this protection, the glans becomes dry, calloused, and desensitized from exposure and chafing.
Specialized nerve endings in the foreskin enhance sexual pleasure.
The foreskin may have functions not yet recognized or understood.
[ http://www.nocirc.org/publish/pamphlet7.... ]
"The glans of the circumcised penis is less sensitive to fine touch than the glans of the uncircumcised penis. The transitional region from the external to the internal prepuce is the most sensitive region of the uncircumcised penis and more sensitive than the most sensitive region of the circumcised penis. Circumcision ablates the most sensitive parts of the penis." Circumcision cuts off the five most sensitive points from the penis [Touch test sensitivity experiment, British Journal of Urology 2007, copy of report: http://www.nocirc.org/touch-test/bju_668... ].
The foreskin reduces the force required by the penis to enter the vagina while circumcision contributes to vaginal dryness. [ http://www.circumcision.org/studies.htm , http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
The foreskin also increases the sexual enjoyment of the female partner. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/anatomy/ohar... ]
It can and does result in very significant scaring.
It can and does result in sexual problems later in life.
Circumcised males have a much higher rate of sexual dysfunction and premature ejaculation. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) "there is little evidence to affirm the association between circumcision status and optimal penile hygiene." [ http://www.circumcision.org/aap.htm ]
Hygiene and prevention of disease are among the commonest reasons cited for performing male circumcision. This directory contains references that examine the validity of these claims in detail: http://www.cirp.org/library/disease/
You are not less prone to STD's, cancer, giving females cancer or anything else. Read the literature library I have referenced. It includes information from National Health Administrations like the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Oh, if you want to know how to clean yourself intact, simple pull back the foreskin it the shower and wash yourself. Let water run over yourself. You may want to not apply soap under where the foreskin lies.
"In sexually mature males, accumulated smegma should be washed away periodically. Soap should be avoided. If soap is used for washing, all residual soap should be rinsed away. Washing with soap is a cause of balanitis."
This is in the disease library I have referenced.
Reply:Circumcision costs vary depending on the state, who performs it, and the kind of insurance you (or your parents in your case) has. It's probably not covered by insurance if it's done for cosmetic and non-medically necessary reasons, and can cost up to several hundred dollars.
From what I've heard the healing process can be really annoying/painful. It generally takes 2-4 weeks to heal. Erections will tend to pull on the stitches and cause pain that way. Also the glans (penis head) will feel oversensitive from rubbing against everything constantly. The sensitivity should decrease and become bearable after about a month or so. Also, you must stop any kind of sexual activity (no masturbation, sex, etc) as that could rip the stitches and makes things really messy and painful.
In my opinion, if you're not having immediate physical/medical problems with your foreskin, there's no really good reason to get circumcised. Cleaning the foreskin is very easy, as I'm uncircumcised too and it's like second nature. It really only takes like 5 more seconds or so; just pull back the foreskin and wash the area underneath like any other part of the body during a shower/bath. That's about it.
And most studies show no real difference between circumcised and uncircumcised guys in getting STDs or infections. In fact, as long as you keep the area clean, there's virtually no difference at all (and this includes HIV, see link 1). In all actuality, circumcision won't prevent/reduce your chances of getting anything; condoms and safe sex will (and hygiene helps too).
The bump may be normal and may go away on its own if you maintain good hygiene in the area. It could be pearly penile papules (link 2), which are normal and nothing to be concerned about, and even circumcision won't eliminate it.
And lastly, circumcision would remove a lot of the nerve endings in the foreskin, nerve endings that would otherwise contribute to sexual sensitivity so things feel better (link 3). Also, there have been studies that seem to show that the foreskin might be beneficial in the sexual satisfaction/pleasure of not only the guy, but the girl as well (links 4, 5, 6).
So in my opinion, if nothing's really wrong right now, you probably won't benefit much from circumcision. Things probably won't feel as good afterwards if you get circumcised, there's no major change in hygiene (unless of course you're having lots of problems with your foreskin), and there's no real difference in getting STDs or infections (unless you're really unclean and plan to have lots of unprotected sex, in which case it might help a tiny bit).
So why put yourself through something where the benefits are only worth it if you plan on being unclean and have unprotected sex? As long as your foreskin works, you maintain good hygiene, and practice safe sex, it's probably better to keep the foreskin. I've no problems with mine and I don't intend on changing.
Reply:As far as cleaning goes, getting circumcised would only save you the five seconds that you spend to pull the foreskin back and rub the head. =P
Also, are you sure that bump isn't normal? You mention under the head, and that's usually where the frenulum is located. You also have a frenulum under your tongue and lips.
Make sure you consider the risks, too, and negative side effects. Nothing is all benefits. In addition, many of the studies that claim that it reduces your chances of getting something are being proved false.
Anyways, insurance is usually over $1,000 or around there (it's that much because they put you to sleep, so unlike newborns you won't yell your guts out). Recovery is about two weeks and is most painful during erections and urination (but especially erections for obvious reasons).
Anyways, here are the risks and links to consider:
At an older age, to avoid the pain that newborns (although a decreasing number of, since fewer are getting it done) go through, you're put to sleep.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
However, recovery is another thing. That takes about two weeks to heal (and can take longer, depending on your age). During that time there shouldn't be an masturbation or sex, and pain will be common with erections (and possibly urination).
Other than that, also read up on the risks of circumcision. It's something that cannot be undone if you don't end up liking it.
Circumcision = loss of sensitivity according to new study
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,2855...
http://www.circumstitions.com/Sexuality....
Higher erectile dysfunction rates after circumcision:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query...
When women didn't know what penis they were dealing with (circumcised or uncircumcised) 9 out of 10 preferred uncircumcised (study).
http://www.healthcentral.com/drdean/408/...
Foreskin anatomy and function (keeps the glans soft and protects it, etc).
http://www.cirp.org/pages/anat/
Circumcision is extremely painful.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
The USA is the last advanced nation doing it, but rates have fallen down from over 90% in the 1960s to as low as 21% here in California currently. From CNN:
http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/06/18/cir...
http://www.cirp.org/library/statistics/U...
Circumcision was actually promoted in the USA at first to stop masturbation (in hopes of it being tight enough to require lubes and not have skin to slide since the foreskin is already moist)
http://english.pravda.ru/science/health/...
USA = highest HIV rates in advanced nations (and highest circumcision rates). CIA statistics:
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/fac...
And one study already trashed the claims of the study that said that circumcision reduces HIV.
http://www.plosone.org/article/fetchArti...
Worldwide circumcision rates:
http://www.circumstitions.com/Maps.html
And discussion of common circumcision benefit myths and discussion of all the risks that can develop over time and negative side effects (buried penis, meatal stenosis, etc):
http://forums.govteen.com/showpost.php?p...
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
This is a decision which will make a major negative impact on your sex life for the rest of your life -- it is irreversibile. You are too young to fully appreciate the advantages of retaining your foreskin -- at 14 you are not yet fully developed. This is not a decision any guy should make until puberty is completely finished. You would really bitterly regret making this decision when you are 5-10 years older. Wait. This is not a time to make permanent changes in your fast-changing body.
What is the healing process of getting circumcised does it hurt and what is a good prise range?
circumcisition in the philippines is for free...
heals in more or less than a week...
the process never hurts...
well you can't get erections while in the healing process...
and yah right, its very easy to clean, looks good also
Reply:I don't know about the price, but here is some information on the consequences.
No medical institution in the world actually recommends the practice.
Let's have a look at medical associations in the developed world. The British Medical Association, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Canadian Paediatric Society, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Australian College of Paediatrics and Australasian Association of Paediatric Surgeons. Every one of them recommends AGAINST performing the procedure. Their positions on the procedure can be found here: http://www.circumcision.org/position.htm
The foreskin keeps the glans soft and moist and protects it from trauma and injury. Without this protection, the glans becomes dry, calloused, and desensitized from exposure and chafing.
Specialized nerve endings in the foreskin enhance sexual pleasure.
The foreskin may have functions not yet recognized or understood.
[ http://www.nocirc.org/publish/pamphlet7.... ]
"The glans of the circumcised penis is less sensitive to fine touch than the glans of the uncircumcised penis. The transitional region from the external to the internal prepuce is the most sensitive region of the uncircumcised penis and more sensitive than the most sensitive region of the circumcised penis. Circumcision ablates the most sensitive parts of the penis." Circumcision cuts off the five most sensitive points from the penis [Touch test sensitivity experiment, British Journal of Urology 2007, copy of report: http://www.nocirc.org/touch-test/bju_668... ].
The foreskin reduces the force required by the penis to enter the vagina while circumcision contributes to vaginal dryness. [ http://www.circumcision.org/studies.htm , http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
The foreskin also increases the sexual enjoyment of the female partner. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/anatomy/ohar... ]
It can and does result in very significant scaring.
It can and does result in sexual problems later in life.
Circumcised males have a much higher rate of sexual dysfunction and premature ejaculation. [ http://www.cirp.org/library/sex_function... ]
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) "there is little evidence to affirm the association between circumcision status and optimal penile hygiene." [ http://www.circumcision.org/aap.htm ]
Hygiene and prevention of disease are among the commonest reasons cited for performing male circumcision. This directory contains references that examine the validity of these claims in detail: http://www.cirp.org/library/disease/
You are not less prone to STD's, cancer, giving females cancer or anything else. Read the literature library I have referenced. It includes information from National Health Administrations like the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Oh, if you want to know how to clean yourself intact, simple pull back the foreskin it the shower and wash yourself. Let water run over yourself. You may want to not apply soap under where the foreskin lies.
"In sexually mature males, accumulated smegma should be washed away periodically. Soap should be avoided. If soap is used for washing, all residual soap should be rinsed away. Washing with soap is a cause of balanitis."
This is in the disease library I have referenced.
Reply:Circumcision costs vary depending on the state, who performs it, and the kind of insurance you (or your parents in your case) has. It's probably not covered by insurance if it's done for cosmetic and non-medically necessary reasons, and can cost up to several hundred dollars.
From what I've heard the healing process can be really annoying/painful. It generally takes 2-4 weeks to heal. Erections will tend to pull on the stitches and cause pain that way. Also the glans (penis head) will feel oversensitive from rubbing against everything constantly. The sensitivity should decrease and become bearable after about a month or so. Also, you must stop any kind of sexual activity (no masturbation, sex, etc) as that could rip the stitches and makes things really messy and painful.
In my opinion, if you're not having immediate physical/medical problems with your foreskin, there's no really good reason to get circumcised. Cleaning the foreskin is very easy, as I'm uncircumcised too and it's like second nature. It really only takes like 5 more seconds or so; just pull back the foreskin and wash the area underneath like any other part of the body during a shower/bath. That's about it.
And most studies show no real difference between circumcised and uncircumcised guys in getting STDs or infections. In fact, as long as you keep the area clean, there's virtually no difference at all (and this includes HIV, see link 1). In all actuality, circumcision won't prevent/reduce your chances of getting anything; condoms and safe sex will (and hygiene helps too).
The bump may be normal and may go away on its own if you maintain good hygiene in the area. It could be pearly penile papules (link 2), which are normal and nothing to be concerned about, and even circumcision won't eliminate it.
And lastly, circumcision would remove a lot of the nerve endings in the foreskin, nerve endings that would otherwise contribute to sexual sensitivity so things feel better (link 3). Also, there have been studies that seem to show that the foreskin might be beneficial in the sexual satisfaction/pleasure of not only the guy, but the girl as well (links 4, 5, 6).
So in my opinion, if nothing's really wrong right now, you probably won't benefit much from circumcision. Things probably won't feel as good afterwards if you get circumcised, there's no major change in hygiene (unless of course you're having lots of problems with your foreskin), and there's no real difference in getting STDs or infections (unless you're really unclean and plan to have lots of unprotected sex, in which case it might help a tiny bit).
So why put yourself through something where the benefits are only worth it if you plan on being unclean and have unprotected sex? As long as your foreskin works, you maintain good hygiene, and practice safe sex, it's probably better to keep the foreskin. I've no problems with mine and I don't intend on changing.
Reply:As far as cleaning goes, getting circumcised would only save you the five seconds that you spend to pull the foreskin back and rub the head. =P
Also, are you sure that bump isn't normal? You mention under the head, and that's usually where the frenulum is located. You also have a frenulum under your tongue and lips.
Make sure you consider the risks, too, and negative side effects. Nothing is all benefits. In addition, many of the studies that claim that it reduces your chances of getting something are being proved false.
Anyways, insurance is usually over $1,000 or around there (it's that much because they put you to sleep, so unlike newborns you won't yell your guts out). Recovery is about two weeks and is most painful during erections and urination (but especially erections for obvious reasons).
Anyways, here are the risks and links to consider:
At an older age, to avoid the pain that newborns (although a decreasing number of, since fewer are getting it done) go through, you're put to sleep.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
However, recovery is another thing. That takes about two weeks to heal (and can take longer, depending on your age). During that time there shouldn't be an masturbation or sex, and pain will be common with erections (and possibly urination).
Other than that, also read up on the risks of circumcision. It's something that cannot be undone if you don't end up liking it.
Circumcision = loss of sensitivity according to new study
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,2855...
http://www.circumstitions.com/Sexuality....
Higher erectile dysfunction rates after circumcision:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query...
When women didn't know what penis they were dealing with (circumcised or uncircumcised) 9 out of 10 preferred uncircumcised (study).
http://www.healthcentral.com/drdean/408/...
Foreskin anatomy and function (keeps the glans soft and protects it, etc).
http://www.cirp.org/pages/anat/
Circumcision is extremely painful.
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/pl...
The USA is the last advanced nation doing it, but rates have fallen down from over 90% in the 1960s to as low as 21% here in California currently. From CNN:
http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/06/18/cir...
http://www.cirp.org/library/statistics/U...
Circumcision was actually promoted in the USA at first to stop masturbation (in hopes of it being tight enough to require lubes and not have skin to slide since the foreskin is already moist)
http://english.pravda.ru/science/health/...
USA = highest HIV rates in advanced nations (and highest circumcision rates). CIA statistics:
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/fac...
And one study already trashed the claims of the study that said that circumcision reduces HIV.
http://www.plosone.org/article/fetchArti...
Worldwide circumcision rates:
http://www.circumstitions.com/Maps.html
And discussion of common circumcision benefit myths and discussion of all the risks that can develop over time and negative side effects (buried penis, meatal stenosis, etc):
http://forums.govteen.com/showpost.php?p...
Women/ Nurses/ Doctors? Breast Issue...?
Okay. I'm 14. I'm a girl, and I don't really have much for chest yet. Under and beside my left nipple there seems to be a lump under my skin when I press my skin. Anything that touches it, hurts it. I was just in the bathroom, and noticed how red it was then I got really scared when I noticed the " semi white " type of liquid that was coming out of my nipple. There wasn't a lot, but it was still there. I know I'm not pregnant, because I haven't ever had sex.... however, i'm still scared! what could this be?
Women/ Nurses/ Doctors? Breast Issue...?
normal breast development, and one always starts before the other. most likely breast milk. just dont mess with it too much.
Women/ Nurses/ Doctors? Breast Issue...?
you need to talk to your mom and go see a doctor. you may have just a simple cyst. it needs to be check out though especially if it is causing you pain.
as far as one breast being larger than the other, the majority of women have the same problem, though most won't admit it.
Reply:My left is bigger than my right if that makes you feel any better and I'm 30! You are just growing. You will get lumps...more commonly called buds as your breasts grow. There is a possibility it could be a fibros lump mostly caused by caffine and sugar. I have heard from many of my clients whom have had breast cancer and their doctors and they say cancer doesnt' hurt...I'm sure that's what your thinking if your scarred about it. If it continues to hurt I would tell your Mom/female family member and go to the doctor, but I'm quite sure your ok!
Women/ Nurses/ Doctors? Breast Issue...?
normal breast development, and one always starts before the other. most likely breast milk. just dont mess with it too much.
Women/ Nurses/ Doctors? Breast Issue...?
you need to talk to your mom and go see a doctor. you may have just a simple cyst. it needs to be check out though especially if it is causing you pain.
as far as one breast being larger than the other, the majority of women have the same problem, though most won't admit it.
Reply:My left is bigger than my right if that makes you feel any better and I'm 30! You are just growing. You will get lumps...more commonly called buds as your breasts grow. There is a possibility it could be a fibros lump mostly caused by caffine and sugar. I have heard from many of my clients whom have had breast cancer and their doctors and they say cancer doesnt' hurt...I'm sure that's what your thinking if your scarred about it. If it continues to hurt I would tell your Mom/female family member and go to the doctor, but I'm quite sure your ok!
Birthmark since birth?
the day after my daughter was born I noticed this bruise looking thing kinda shaped like a puzzle piece on her leg right under her bum. I thought thats what it was a bruise but it wasn't. Its a little hairy too. I noticed that when she would get goose bumps that it would kinda lump up kinda looked like cottage cheese under her skin just in that spot....I took her to a dr. on base and of course they didn't know and said as long as she was eating and growing that she was prob fine. It doesn't hurt her she's active and healthy she just turned one and its still hairy but not as dark as it used to be its really really light almost skin colored the best way to describe the color is kinda like milky coffee color and maybe not even that dark....and it doesnt' wrinkle up when she's cold anymore. does anyone know if this is just a birthmark....it seems like its going away it hasn't grown in size and the color has faded almost completely
Birthmark since birth?
Hair on it? It is called a hairy nevus and it can be a serious problem though not usually. If your Dr. doesn't know this... get a new Dr. You don't let something like that go on undiagnosed 'just in case'. Since you say it is lighter... and especially with the lumps... it could also be a cafe au lait mark, which is a sign of many things benign, but also of a cyst forming disorder called neurofibromatosis. "The most common feature of Neurofibromatosis I are skin lesions called a cafe au lait spots. These are flat, smooth, medium to light brown irregularly shaped spots than can occur anywhere on the skin. Many people have one or two cafe au lait spots, and these are often called birth marks. If a child has six or more cafe au lait spots measuring at least half a centimeter (about a 1/4 of an inch), then he should be carefully followed to see if he develops any more signs of Neurofibromatosis I. "
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Birthmark since birth?
Hair on it? It is called a hairy nevus and it can be a serious problem though not usually. If your Dr. doesn't know this... get a new Dr. You don't let something like that go on undiagnosed 'just in case'. Since you say it is lighter... and especially with the lumps... it could also be a cafe au lait mark, which is a sign of many things benign, but also of a cyst forming disorder called neurofibromatosis. "The most common feature of Neurofibromatosis I are skin lesions called a cafe au lait spots. These are flat, smooth, medium to light brown irregularly shaped spots than can occur anywhere on the skin. Many people have one or two cafe au lait spots, and these are often called birth marks. If a child has six or more cafe au lait spots measuring at least half a centimeter (about a 1/4 of an inch), then he should be carefully followed to see if he develops any more signs of Neurofibromatosis I. "
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