Glossar of Circumcision & Archive of Euro Circ

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Paraphimosis
- the foreskin can be withdrawn (usually under difficulties) over the glans, however remains hanging behind the glans bulge if the penis swells.
 
Partial circumcision
- Only one part of the foreskin is removed; possibly even only less than half. The largest part of the glans is covered if the penis is not erected. See also half circumcision.
 
Phimosis
- narrowing of the foreskin (Praeputium), innately or acquired.
 
Piercing
- puncturing the skin in order to attach decoration or jewelry.
 
Percentage of the circumcised male population of world
- see statistics (S)