Infant Circumcision

Post Operative Instructions:

1. If the dressing on the circumcision site falls off, leave it off.
2. Apply lots of vaseline to the site. It is important to use a brand new tube of vasoline for your infant.
3. Change the diaper as soon as it becomes soiled or wet. Urine will irritate the circumcision site.
4. Any bleeding from the circumcision site should be checked by a doctor as soon as possible. Take the infant to the Emergency Department if necessary.
5. Home Care Services can be arranged by your doctor. A nurse will check your infant to be sure everything is fine.
6. You may bathe your infant after two days.
7. The circumcision site will likely be red and swollen for about one week.
8. See your doctor for follow up appointment(s) as he suggests.