In any case, most parents, surely, if such were the choice, would rather have an intact son whose foreskin was envied by males who were circumcised than a circumcised son who envied the foreskins of males who were intact. My heartfelt condolences to any child born to parents who would prefer otherwise. This is a reference book. Its purpose is to document, illuminate and help demystify as many facets, aspects and details of its long-tabooed subject as possible, regardless of the source or context. Those who prefer a more restricted, censored view are free to read the publications of U.S. medical organizations, or The New York Times .
Facts are facts.
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