Many people are unaware of the realities of circumcision. In fact, not only is circumcision unnecessary, it is also dangerous. Meatal ulceration, or inflammation of the urinary opening happens to half of all circumcised infants. This condition does not occur to intact infants. This is because without a foreskin, the delicate glans is constantly exposed to urine, feces, and abrasive diapers.
Sexual sensitivity is decreased when a boy is circumcised.
The foreskin contains many nerve endings which of course are destroyed when it is removed. However, the exposed glans is also affected. We couldn't and can't. It goes without saying that circumcision is a very painful procedure. Elizabeth, with tears streaming down her face, soaked a washcloth in wine, which Jesse intermittently sucked.