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  • Submitted on 28/05/2024

Is forced decalotage on little boys still supported in Belgium?

Is forced decalotage on little boys still supported in Belgium? Personal experience on my son is unfortunately showing that it is... It has been traumatic for him and us parents, so I am looking for a pediatrician and/or urologist against this procedure on infants (2 year and a half) Thank you

3 specialists answered

  • No
    You should Walt until it is naturally possible (around 7-8 year of âge) Never try to do it yourselve it créâtes scars on thé penis and can lead to serions problems

    Dominique Biarent

    Pediatrician

    Uccle

  • You have paediatric-urologists in the main hospitals in Belgium

    Solange Béatrice Kouo Epa

    Pediatrician

    Etterbeek

  • I am against it. It depends on the situation but normally it isn't necessary till puberty

    Laura De Keyzer

    Pediatrician

    Forest

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