How do I know if my Plastibell circumcision is infected?

How do I know if my Plastibell circumcision is infected?

You might notice swelling or bruising on the penis after a Plastibell circumcision, and the penis might develop a yellow-ish discharge. These are normal side effects that should go away in a few days. Every circumcision comes with a risk of bleeding or infection.

Does Smegma go away?

Pus-like clumps called smegma can sometimes form as the foreskin naturally retracts. This is normal, requires no treatment and goes away on its own.

Does salt water help after circumcision?

This is usually done two or three days after the operation. To remove the bandage, the penis should be soaked in the bath with lukewarm water and a few handfuls of salt or Epsom Salts to promote healing (DO NOT add any antiseptic to the bath because this will slow down healing).

Is yellow crust normal after circumcision?

A yellowish discharge or coating around the top of the penis is normal, but this should go away within a week after the circumcision.

What does a properly healing circumcision look like?

Your child’s glans may have off-white or yellowish patches in the first few days after surgery. These are a type of scab and are completely normal. Two or three days after the circumcision, the skin may look green and yellow. This is a sign of normal healing, not pus.

Can you use Vaseline on circumcision?

Put plenty of petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) on the circumcision area during each diaper change. This will prevent your baby’s penis from sticking to the diaper while it heals.

Can smegma cause a UTI?

Smegma also contains bacteria. Usually, these bacteria are healthy and beneficial, but harmful bacteria sometimes grow out of control in smegma. An overgrowth of unhealthy bacteria can cause a bad smell and may play a role in certain infections, including UTIs.

What happens if you get an infected circumcision?

Circumcision Infection: Recognition and Treatment. Using correct technique, circumcision has a low complication rate. An infected circumcision is an uncommon complication and is often minor. When infections occur after surgery, they are usually due to the disruption of the skin that acts as a barrier against infection.

Do you have to take antibiotics after circumcision?

For circumcision, there is no need for prophylactic (preventative) antibiotics. While infection is a possible complication of circumcision in the short-term, circumcision actually reduces the risk of urinary tract infections, balanitis, HIV and many other infections of the urinary system in the long-term.

What are the complications of circumcision bandages?

While not a complication of circumcision itself, the application of a tight circular bandage may create an obstruction to urine flow and cause urinary retention. Removal of the bandage is curative.

What are the complications of circumcision in newborns?

Because newborns are relatively immunocompromised, infections in this age group can become serious problems. Although rare, meningitis, necrotizing fascitis, gangrene, and sepsis have all been reported as complications of infected circumcision sites.