Pragmatic hygienic practice or genital mutilation? Why is male circumcision causing such worldwide controversy?Evidence suggests, American doctors have concluded, it is the kindest cut. Circumcision can reduce the risk of urinary tract infections in infants, cut the risk of penile cancer and lower the risk of HIV and the human papillomavirus, which causes cervical and other cancers. So why is the removal of a tiny flap of skin at birth, both an ancient religious ritual and an apparently pragmatic hygienic practice, causing controversy around the world?While the American ... (more)

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