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Infant circumcision and adult penile sensitivity: implications for sexual experience
Abstract
A recent study reported that neonatal circumcision is not associated with changes in adult penile sensitivity, leading to viral coverage in both traditional and online media. In this commentary the author questions the conclusions drawn from the study and explores the relationship between objective assessments of penile sensitivity and subjective sexual experience and satisfaction. The author concludes with suggestions for improving future research.
Citing Literature
Number of times cited according to CrossRef: 10
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