Abstract
This article aims to provide an update on the anatomy of, and some of the conditions affecting, the foreskin. The cultural and religious significance of the foreskin will be explored, as well as nursing care and health promotion needs of men. The possible link between circumcision status and human immunodeficiency virus will be briefly discussed. Maintaining cleanliness of the genitals is advocated to reduce the incidence of inflammatory conditions.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 35-39 |
| Journal | Nursing Standard |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue number | 37 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 16 May 2012 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- circumcision
- foreskin
- health promotion
- male genitals
- men's health
- penile cancer
- prepuce
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